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1 Pagoda - Muhammad Shah ND
| Gold | 2.7 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Pagoda |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#156898 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Urdu
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pagoda coin from the Mughal Empire (India) made of Gold weighing 2.7g is that it was used as a currency during the reign of Muhammad Shah, who ruled the empire from 1719 to 1748. The coin was widely used for trade and commerce, and its value was equivalent to 1/60 of a rupee. Despite its small size, the coin was made of pure gold, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
