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1 Mohur - Shah Alam II Shahjahanabad
| Gold | 10.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1201 (1761-1787) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (15) |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#30187 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mohur coin from the Mughal Empire is that it was made of gold and weighed 10.9 grams. This indicates that the coin was made of a high-value material and was likely used for large transactions or as a store of value. Additionally, the fact that it was widely circulated during the reign of Shah Alam II (1761-1787) suggests that it was an important part of the economy during that time period.
