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⅕ Rupee - Shah Alam II ND
| Silver | 2.3 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1730-1796 |
| Value | ⅕ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50419 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Munbai sanat julus maimanat manus
Translation: Struck at Bombay in the year of tranquil prosperity
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Another example (click on image)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor of India from 1730 to 1796. The coin features an inscription of the Emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II, Badshah of Hindustan," in Persian script on one side, and a stylized floral design on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins minted by the British East India Company during their rule in India, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
