© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
¼ Rupee - Alamgir II
| Silver | 2.91 g | 17.4 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1172-1176 (1759-1812) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1691-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Diameter | 17.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69787 |
|---|---|
| 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 right ///
OR
Center grained left
displayed in image Center Grained Right ///
Comment
- AH 1172 / RY6 is a frozen date, coins were struck between 1812 - 1817 AD at the Madras mint (although mint name on coin is "Arcot")- OPEN LOTUS mint mark on reverse
- Pridmore# 255 - edge center grained left
- Pridmore# 256 - edge center grained right
- 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 coin from Madras Presidency (British India) made of Silver weighing 2.91 g is that it was minted during the reign of Alamgir II, who was the last Mughal Emperor to have any real power. His reign lasted from 1759 to 1812, and during this time, the Mughal Empire was facing significant challenges, including the rise of the British East India Company. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the traditional Mughal design, including the Emperor's name and title in Persian, and the standard Mughal motifs of the sun, the moon, and the crescent. This coin is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Mughal Empire, even in the face of colonialism.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1172 (1759) | 784021 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1172-1176 (1759-1812) coin.
