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¼ Rupee - Alamgir II
1172 (1817) year| Silver | 2.835 g | 17.4 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1172 (1817) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1691-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.835 g |
| Diameter | 17.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian within a beaded circle
Lettering:
٦
سنه
ضرب
ارڬات
Translation: Struck at Arcot in the (RY) 6th year
Edge
Indented cord milling (Center grained left)
Comment
- AH 1172 / RY6 is a frozen date, coins were struck between 1817 - 1835 AD at the Madras mint (although mint name on coin is "Arcot")- CLOSED LOTUS mint mark on reverse
- Varieties :Since these dies were made with punches, position and size of different elements on the design may vary
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupee - Alamgir II 1172 (1817) coin from Madras Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver, which was a significant change from the previous coins of the same denomination that were made of copper. This change in material was likely due to the increasing demand for silver coins during the 19th century, and it reflects the growing influence of British rule in India during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1172 (1817) | 5227322 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupee - Alamgir II 1172 (1817) coin.
