1 Dam - Aziz-ud-din Alamgir II 1167 (1754) front 1 Dam - Aziz-ud-din Alamgir II 1167 (1754) back
1 Dam - Aziz-ud-din Alamgir II 1167 (1754) photo
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1 Dam - Aziz-ud-din Alamgir II

1167 (1754) year
Copper 17.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Alamgir II (1754-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1167 (1754)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dam (1⁄40)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
17.6 g
Size
19 mm
Thickness
8 mm
Shape
Rectangular
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#90350
Rarity index
85%

The 1 Dam coin from the Mughal Empire, issued during the reign of Aziz-ud-din Alamgir II in 1167 (1754), features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu motifs on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the name of the emperor in Persian, while the reverse side features a stylized lotus flower, which is a common motif in Hindu art and architecture. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse and syncretic nature of the Mughal Empire, which was known for its fusion of Islamic, Persian, and Indian traditions.