1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1748-1754) front 1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1748-1754) back
1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1748-1754) photo
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1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur Katak ND

 
Silver 10.8 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Maratha Empire (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1748-1754
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1674-1818)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.8 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#60374
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Frozen Date "511"

Lettering: ۵۱۱

Edge

Plain

Comment

Bhonslas coin Minted in Katak (Cuttack)

Varieties exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1748-1754) coin from the Maratha Empire is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design showcases a combination of arches and domes, which were characteristic of Islamic architecture, along with a sculpture of a Hindu deity, reflecting the cultural syncretism that was prevalent during the Maratha Empire's rule in India.