© Sujit
© Sujit
½ Rupee - Shah Alam - I Surat
| Silver | 5.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Bahadur Shah (Shah Alam) (1707-1712) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1119-1124 (1707-1712) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#90411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lettering: sana julus zarb surat
Translation: Mint Surat
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies 5.50-5.80 grams.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam I, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time. He was known for his efforts to reform the Mughal Empire and strengthen its economy, which included the introduction of new coinage systems. This ½ Rupee coin was one of the coins introduced during his reign, and it was used widely in trade and commerce throughout the empire.
