1 Dam - Muhammad Akbar (Dar al-Sultanat) 981-989 (1574-1581) front 1 Dam - Muhammad Akbar (Dar al-Sultanat) 981-989 (1574-1581) back
1 Dam - Muhammad Akbar (Dar al-Sultanat) 981-989 (1574-1581) photo
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1 Dam - Muhammad Akbar Dar al-Sultanat

 
Copper 19.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Akbar (1556-1605)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
981-989 (1574-1581)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dam (1⁄40)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
19.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
7 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108794
Rarity index
93%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hinduist influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Al-Sultan al-Akbar" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Muhammad Akbar.