1 Rupee - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Hyderabad Pattern) 1320 (1902) front 1 Rupee - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Hyderabad Pattern) 1320 (1902) back
1 Rupee - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Hyderabad Pattern) 1320 (1902) photo
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1 Rupee - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan Hyderabad Pattern

1320 (1902) year
Silver (.818) 11.178 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Hyderabad
Ruling authority
Mahbub Ali Khan (1869-1911)
Type
Pattern
Year
1320 (1902)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1762-1950)
Composition
Silver (.818)
Weight
11.178 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#419025
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value inside of circle surrounded by year of reign.

Script: Urdu

Translation:
One Rupee
Struck at Farkhanda bunyad, Hyderabad, in the (RY) 35th year of tranquil prosperity

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Reeded edge Pattern variety of new issue coins. 

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Rupee - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Hyderabad Pattern) 1320 (1902) from Princely state of Hyderabad is that it was designed by a British artist named William Home Lizars, who was also a notable painter and engraver. The coin features a unique blend of Indian and Western design elements, showcasing the cultural exchange and influence of the British Raj on the Princely states.