½ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II [Khande Rao] 1267-1282 (1851-1870) front ½ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II [Khande Rao] 1267-1282 (1851-1870) back
½ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II [Khande Rao] 1267-1282 (1851-1870) photo
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½ Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II [Khande Rao]

 
Silver 5.63 g 16.78 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Baroda (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1267-1282 (1851-1870)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.63 g
Diameter
16.78 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131793
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Inscription in Urdu, Scimitar, Nagari "Kha" for Khande Rao, regnal year

Script: Urdu

Lettering:
Manus memanat Sana Julus Zarb
खा

Translation: Struck in the (RY) year of his tranquil prosperous reign

Edge

Plain

Comment

Ruler: Khande Rao

Interesting fact

The ½ Rupee coin from the Princely state of Baroda, issued during the reign of Muhammad Akbar II (Khande Rao) from 1851-1870, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western architectural styles on its reverse side, reflecting the cultural influences of the region during that time.