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1 Mohur - Muhammad Shah Shahjahanabad
| Gold | 10.9 g | 19.16 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1133-1173 (1721-1760) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (15) |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 19.16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#30186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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 motifs. The coin's design includes the Islamic declaration of faith, "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah," written in Arabic, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural diversity and syncretism of the Mughal Empire, which was known for its religious tolerance and exchange of artistic and cultural ideas between different religious communities.
