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1 Rupee - Alamgir II
1172 (1830) year| Silver | 11.66 g | 27.8 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1172 (1830) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1691-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#58341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian:Zarb Arcat sanat 6 julus maimanat manus
All within a toothed border.
Lettering:
ممنت مانوس
سنه ٦ جلوس
ضرب اركات
Translation: Struck at Arcot in his 6th year of tranquil prosperity.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
- Note: Although mint name on coin is Arcot, these coins were minted 1830-35 AD at the Calcutta mint- Pridmore# 268
- Image shows crescent mint mark for Calcutta mint on reverse
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Madras Presidency (British India) made of Silver and weighing 11.66g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Alamgir II in 1830, which was a time of significant political and economic change in India, with the British East India Company's influence growing and the country moving towards the adoption of a new currency system.
