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1 Rupee - Akbar Bang
| Silver | 11.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Akbar (1556-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 986-993 (1579-1585) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Size | 18 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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- Note: Weight varies 11.1 - 11.6- Another example (click on image)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an inscription in the Persian language, which was the official language of the Mughal Empire at the time. The inscription includes the name of the emperor, Akbar, and the date of issue, which is written in the Islamic calendar year. This coin is a significant piece of history, as it represents the cultural and religious influences of the Mughal Empire, which was a major power in the Indian subcontinent during the 16th century.
