© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Bahawal Khan III
| Silver | 7.79 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Bahawalpur (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1246-1265 (1831-1849) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.79 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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Reduced weight, 7.7 to 7.8 grams. Date sometimes appears on reverse alsoInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Bahawal Khan III, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Bahawalpur in British India. The coin was made of silver and weighed 7.79 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. Additionally, the coin features an inscription in Urdu and the date of minting in the Islamic calendar, which adds to its cultural and historical significance.
