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¼ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II
| Silver | 2.9 g | 13.9 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Bhopal (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Akbar Shah II (1806-1837) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1239-1255 (1824-1839) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1723-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 13.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Detail about (Royal) date, mint and with value. Trident as a symbol.
Script: Persian
Lettering:
Zarb 18 sana julus
Daulatgarh workshop
Edge
Plain
Comment
Quarter Rupee issue, the last completely independent issues before British Suzerainty. Some times have test marks. Scarer issue, the weight and dimensions are varied depending on coin itself.
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 1824 to 1839. Despite being a princely state, Bhopal was able to issue its own coins, like this ¼ Rupee, which was made of silver and weighed 2.9 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of 19th-century India.
