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© Baldwins of St James Ltd
½ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II
| Silver | 5.3 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Bhopal (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Akbar Shah II (1806-1837) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1232-1239 (1817-1824) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1723-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Detail about (Royal) date and with value. Trident as a symbol.
Script: Persian
Lettering: Zarb sana julus
Edge
Plain
Comment
Half Rupee issue, the last completely independent issues before British Suzerainty. Some times have test marks. Scarer issue, the weight and dimensions are approximates based on other similar issues.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Muhammad Akbar II, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Bhopal in India from 1817 to 1824. The coin is made of silver and weighs 5.3 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin of its time. Additionally, the coin features an inscription in Urdu, which was the official language of the Princely state of Bhopal at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of the Princely state of Bhopal during the 19th century.
