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© kamaths (CC BY-NC-SA)
½ Rupee - Muhammad Shah
| Silver | 5.74 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1131-1149 (1719-1736) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.74 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#343965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription, Mint name and RY
Comment
AH date may be off flanInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Muhammad Shah, who was the seventh Mughal Emperor and ruled from 1719 to 1736. He was known for his love of art and architecture, and his court was a center of culture and learning. This coin, made of silver and weighing 5.74 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions during his reign and would have been a common sight in the bustling markets and bazaars of the Mughal Empire.
