© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
¼ Rupee - Shah Alam II ND
| Silver | 2.86 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1806-1819 |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zarb Farrukhabad sanat 45
Lettering:
۴٥
سنه
ضرب فرخ آباد
Translation: Struck at Farrukhabad in the 45th year
Edge
Reeded (Straight Grained)
Comment
- A rosette of dots appear on the obverse which was replaced in later issues by a frozen date (AH 1204)- Previous KM# 852a
- Straight Grained edge, unlisted in Pridmore
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupee coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) made of Silver weighing 2.86g is that it was minted during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time. The coin features an inscription of the Emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II, Badshah of Hindustan," in Urdu on one side, and the British East India Company's logo on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of India during the 19th century.
