Obverse © Livre d'Ernest Zay (1892) – Reverse © Livre d'Ernest Zay
Obverse © Livre d'Ernest Zay (1892) – Reverse © Livre d'Ernest Zay
½ Rupee - Alamgir II Arcot
| Silver | 5.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Arcot (French India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1167-1168 (1754-1755) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113478 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Persian - Julus (formula), mint name.
Comment
Previous KM#35.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee - Alamgir II (Arcot) 1167-1168 (1754-1755) coin from Arcot (French India) is that it was minted during a brief period of French rule in the region. The coin features the name of the Mughal emperor Alamgir II, but it was actually issued by the French East India Company, which had established a colony in Arcot in the mid-18th century. This coin is a rare example of the fusion of Indian and French cultures during this period, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.
