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1 Mohur - Aurangzeb Aurangabad
| Gold | 11 g | - |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurangzeb (Alamgir Aurangzeb) (1658-1707) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1070-1100 (1660-1689) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (15) |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mohur coin from the Mughal Empire is that it was made of gold and weighed 11 grams. This indicates that the coin was a high-value denomination and was likely used for large transactions or as a store of value. The fact that it was made of gold also speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the Mughal Empire during Aurangzeb's reign.