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1 Rupee - Alamgir II Muradabad ND
| Silver | 10.98 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Rohilkhand (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Hafiz Rehmat Khan |
| Emperor | Alamgir II (1754-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1755-1760 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.98 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#331215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Manus memanat sana julus zarb
Translation: RY 2
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin of Alamgir II (Muradabad) ND (1755-1760) from the Princely state of Rohilkhand (Indian princely states) made of Silver weighing 10.98g has a unique feature. It has a crescent moon symbol on the obverse side, which was a common feature on coins issued by the Mughal Empire, of which Alamgir II was a prominent ruler. This crescent moon symbol signifies the Islamic influence on the coinage of the time and adds historical significance to the coin.
