1 Paisa - Aurangzeb (Elichpur) ND (1705) front 1 Paisa - Aurangzeb (Elichpur) ND (1705) back
1 Paisa - Aurangzeb (Elichpur) ND (1705) photo
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1 Paisa - Aurangzeb Elichpur ND

1705 year
Copper 11.4 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Aurangzeb (Alamgir Aurangzeb) (1658-1707)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1705
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11.4 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50244
Rarity index
91%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Paisa - Aurangzeb (Elichpur) ND (1705) coin from the Mughal Empire (India) is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, as it was a relatively inexpensive metal compared to other options like gold or silver. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the Mughal Empire.