© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Rupee - Mahmud Shah Peshawar
| Silver | 11.35 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Mahmud Shah (1801-1803, 1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1217-1218 (1803-1804) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.35 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#68188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: 'Zarb Peshawar'
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ٢
Translation: Struck at Peshawar
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies 10.9 - 11.6 gramsInteresting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Mahmud Shah in 1217-1218 (1803-1804), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was also relatively heavy, weighing 11.35 grams, which made it a substantial piece of currency. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin suggests that it was widely used in everyday transactions, making it a piece of history that was closely tied to the economic and social lives of the people who used it.
