1 Pice - Shah Alam II ND (1826-1835) front 1 Pice - Shah Alam II ND (1826-1835) back
1 Pice - Shah Alam II ND (1826-1835) photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

1 Pice - Shah Alam II ND

 
Copper 6.2 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Bengal Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1826-1835
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1765-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.2 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#69911
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Value in 2 languages, trident
Persian: Yek pai sikka
Devnagari: Ek pai sikka

Lettering:
یک پای سکہ
एक पाई सीका

Translation: One pie coin

Edge

Plain

Comment

- Saugor (Sagar) mint mark, 6-petalled rosette in 'seen' of julus
- Diameter varies 22 - 24 mm
- Weight varies 6.2 - 6.3 g

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pice - Shah Alam II ND (1826-1835) coin from Bengal Presidency (British 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 its humble material, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item today.