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1 Rupee - Farrukhsiyar Arkat
| Silver | 11.60 g | 22.66 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Farrukhsiyar (1713-1719) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1124-1131 (1712-1719) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.60 g |
| Diameter | 22.66 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#90732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Regnal year, mint name at the bottom
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Farrukhsiyar (Arkat) 1124-1131 (1712-1719) coin from the Mughal Empire (India) is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coins of the Mughal Empire, which were made of copper. This change in material was likely due to the scarcity of copper at the time and the desire to create a coin that was more durable and valuable. The use of silver in the coinage of the Mughal Empire during this period was a unique feature of the currency and sets it apart from other coins of the time.
