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1 Rial - Mahmud Shah Bahawalpur
1217 (1803) year| Silver | 23 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Mahmud Shah (1801-1803, 1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1217 (1803) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Rupees |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#49597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Regnal year as numeral not as "AHAD"Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rial - Mahmud Shah (Bahawalpur) 1217 (1803) coin from Afghanistan is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of the wealth and power of the ruling dynasty, and it was a testament to the economic and political influence of the Bahawalpur state. Additionally, the fact that the coin weighs 23g suggests that it was a substantial and valuable coin, further highlighting the importance of the Bahawalpur state in the region.
