© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Rupee - Aurangzeb Alamgir
1695 (1691-1707) years| Silver | 11.59 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1695 (1691-1707) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1691-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.59 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#85030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: 'Zarb Chinapatan, Sanat (RY) julus maimanat manus', all within a beaded border
Lettering: ٥١
Translation: Struck at Chinapatan, in the 51st year of his reign of tranquil prosperity
Edge
Plain
Comment
- First struck by the East India Company in 1692 and from then until 1757, this coin formed the bulk of the money supply to Bengal . Struck with the mint name Chinapatan and known as the Madras rupee. No half or quarter rupees were issued (from Pridmore)- It has been determined that the AH date is lacking for all but AH1103, RY 38.
- Prev. KM#300.25.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Aurangzeb Alamgir, who was the last powerful Mughal emperor. He ruled over most of the Indian subcontinent during his lifetime and his reign lasted for 49 years. This coin is a representation of the currency used during his rule and is a piece of history that has been preserved until today.
