© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur Katak ND
| Silver | 10.95 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Maratha Empire (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1754-1784 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1674-1818) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.95 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Ry Date and Mint Name
Translation:
RY 51
Zarb Katak
Edge
Plain
Comment
Similar to KM#349 but with dotted borders, also different style of RY digit "5".The Standard Catalogue lists this as a Mughal issue (KM#446.29). However, Katak was under Maratha control from AH1165 to AH1218, making this coin a Maratha issue. See, http://www.worldofcoins.eu/forum/index.php/topic,6628.0.html
As per Sailendra Bhandare: This is Jabalpur mint - minted by Nana Ghatge as the mint-master.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1754-1784) coin from the Maratha Empire is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coins of the empire, which were made of copper or gold. This change in material was likely due to the scarcity of gold and copper during this time period, and the use of silver was seen as a more practical and accessible alternative. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still maintained its value and importance as a form of currency, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.
