1 Paisa - Shah Alam II (Ratlam) ND (1759-1800) front 1 Paisa - Shah Alam II (Ratlam) ND (1759-1800) back
1 Paisa - Shah Alam II (Ratlam) ND (1759-1800) photo
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1 Paisa - Shah Alam II Ratlam ND

 
Copper 10.01 g 18.87 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Ratlam (Indian princely states)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1759-1800
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1759-1819)
Composition
Copper
Weight
10.01 g
Diameter
18.87 mm
Thickness
4.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65559
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Broad axe

Edge

Plain

Comment

Dated in years of Shah Alam II.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Paisa - Shah Alam II (Ratlam) ND (1759-1800) coin is that it was issued by the Princely state of Ratlam, which was one of the smallest princely states in India, with an area of just 1,200 square miles. Despite its small size, Ratlam was known for its rich cultural heritage and its rulers, who were known for their patronage of the arts and architecture. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 10.01 grams, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in Indian history and currency.