1 Dam - Akbar (Urdu Zafar Qarin) 1597 front 1 Dam - Akbar (Urdu Zafar Qarin) 1597 back
1 Dam - Akbar (Urdu Zafar Qarin) 1597 photo
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1 Dam - Akbar Urdu Zafar Qarin

1597 year
Copper 20.5 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Akbar (1556-1605)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1597
Value
1 Dam (1⁄40)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
20.5 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#57872
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Illahi Date

Lettering: ۴۱ correspondant à l'an 1597

Edge

Plain

Comment

Urdu Zafar Qarin Mint

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dam - Akbar (Urdu Zafar Qarin) 1597 coin from the Mughal Empire (India) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design includes a depiction of the Taj Mahal, which was built during the reign of Akbar (1556-1605) and is considered one of the most iconic examples of Mughal architecture. The inclusion of this design element reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Mughal Empire during that time period.