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1 Paisa - Shah Alam II Bindraban
| Copper | 7.73 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Bindraban (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1211-1212 (1797-1798) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Paisa |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.73 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#60575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
AH Date
Lettering: 121x
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Paisa - Shah Alam II (Bindraban) 1211-1212 (1797-1798) coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Indian subcontinent. The coin was minted during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Emperor of the Mughal Empire, which was then in decline. The coin's minting was likely a response to the need for a stable currency in the region, as the Mughal Empire's economy was facing challenges due to political instability, wars, and foreign invasions. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the Indian people during difficult times.
