1 Rupee - Akbar Lahore
| Silver | 10.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Akbar (1556-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 986-989 (1579-1581) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.84 g |
| Size | 20.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#155575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Akbar Badshah Ghazi
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 minting, which is written in the Islamic calendar year. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during the Mughal Empire, and it showcases the cultural and linguistic influences of the time.
