1 Ashrafi - Mir Usman Ali Khan 1367-1368 (1948-1949) front 1 Ashrafi - Mir Usman Ali Khan 1367-1368 (1948-1949) back
1 Ashrafi - Mir Usman Ali Khan 1367-1368 (1948-1949) photo
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1 Ashrafi - Mir Usman Ali Khan

 
Gold (.910) 11.178 g -
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Hyderabad
Ruling authority
Mir Osman Ali Khan (1911-1948)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1367-1368 (1948-1949)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Ashrafi (16)
Currency
Rupee (1762-1950)
Composition
Gold (.910)
Weight
11.178 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48495
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value within beaded inner circle, mint formula and regnal year surrounding.

Script: Persian

Interesting fact

The 1 Ashrafi coin from the Princely state of Hyderabad, issued during the reign of Mir Usman Ali Khan in 1367-1368 (1948-1949), is made of gold (.910) and weighs 11.178 grams. This coin is interesting because it was issued during a time of great change and turmoil in India, as the country was transitioning from British colonial rule to independence. The coin's gold content and weight also make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.