© NIRC
© NIRC
1 Paisa - Shah Alam II
| Copper | 6.78 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Narwar (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1205-1217 (1791-1827) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1748-1859) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.78 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#192190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian
Lettering: Regnal year, katar (dagger)
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 6.4 - 6.8 grams- Note: Struck during the reign of local ruler Daulat Rao, AH1209-43/1794-1827AD
- Narwar was a small state in Western Malwa with a population of about 4 thousand. The ruklers were Jhala Rajputs. In AH 1220/1805 AD it came under Gwalior
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Narwar in India during the 18th and early 19th centuries. The coin is made of copper and weighs 6.78 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and denomination. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it is now a rare and valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and the fact that it is no longer in circulation.