© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Mohur - Jahangir Cancer - Agra
| Gold | 10.88 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Jahangir I (1605-1628) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1027-1033 (1618-1624) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (15) |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.88 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315545 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering: zar zewar dar Agra ruye yaft az Jahangir Shah Akbar Shah
Translation: Received ornament on gold at Agra from Jahangir Shah [son of] Akbar Shah
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mohur coin from the Mughal Empire is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu astrological symbols. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Jahangir, the Emperor of the World" in Persian, while the reverse side features an image of a cancer cell, representing the zodiac sign of Cancer, which was associated with the Mughal emperor Jahangir. This blend of Islamic and Hindu astrology reflects the cultural diversity and syncretism of the Mughal Empire during Jahangir's reign.
