1 Rupee - Islam Shah Suri (Agra) 951-960 (1545-1553) front 1 Rupee - Islam Shah Suri (Agra) 951-960 (1545-1553) back
1 Rupee - Islam Shah Suri (Agra) 951-960 (1545-1553) photo
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1 Rupee - Islam Shah Suri Agra

 
Silver 11 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Sur Empire (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Islam Shah Suri (اسلام شاہ سوری) (1545-1554)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
951-960 (1545-1553)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Suri (1539-1545)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65366
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Kalima within Square

Lettering: لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا الله مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ الله (lā ilāha illā -llāh, muḥammadun rasūlu -llāh)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Islam Shah Suri, who was the second ruler of the Sur Empire and known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, showcasing a blend of Islamic and Indian traditions.