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1 Rupee - Alamgir II Shahjahanabad
| Silver | 11.20 g | 21.89 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alamgir II (1754-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1169-1173 (1756-1760) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.20 g |
| Diameter | 21.89 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#91040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Dar-ul-Khilafat
Comment
Ruler: Aziz-ud-din Alamgir IIInteresting fact
The 1 Rupee coin of Alamgir II (Shahjahanabad) minted during the Mughal Empire (India) from 1756-1760 is notable for its unique design. It features an inscription in Persian that reads, "Alamgir II, Emperor of the Mughal Empire" on one side, and an image of a lion standing on its hind legs, with the sun and the moon on either side, on the other. This design was a departure from the traditional Islamic coinage designs of the time, which typically featured Arabic inscriptions and Islamic symbols. The use of a lion, which is not a traditionally Islamic symbol, suggests that the Mughal Empire was open to incorporating elements from other cultures and religions into their art and architecture.
