© Harrison Helms
© Harrison Helms
1 Rupee - Mahmud Shah Herat
| Silver | 11.51 g | 19.75 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Mahmud Shah (1801-1803, 1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1216-1219 (1802-1805) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.51 g |
| Diameter | 19.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Inscription within border. Date of 1218 AH (1803 AD).
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Comment
Note: Weight varies between 11 and 11.6 grams.Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Afghanistan, issued during the reign of Mahmud Shah (Herat) from 1216-1219 (1802-1805), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material for coinage at the time.
