1 Dam - Akbar (Narnol) 964-994 (1557-1586) front 1 Dam - Akbar (Narnol) 964-994 (1557-1586) back
1 Dam - Akbar (Narnol) 964-994 (1557-1586) photo
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1 Dam - Akbar Narnol

 
Copper 20.85 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Akbar (1556-1605)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
964-994 (1557-1586)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dam (1⁄40)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
20.85 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Thickness
7.54 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#70794
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Lettering: ٩٧٢

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an inscription in the Persian language, which was the official language of the Mughal Empire at the time. The inscription includes the name of the emperor, Akbar, and the date of minting, which helps to identify the coin's origin and historical context.