© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Muhammad Akbar II Ahmadabad
| Silver | 11.59 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1233-1251 (1818-1836) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.59 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#30692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Ahmedabad Sanah (RY) Julus Maimanat Manus
Translation: Struck at Ahmedabad in the (RY) year of his tranquil prosperous reign
Edge
Plain
Comment
- The Ahmedabad Mint, which was under Maratha control was closed for some time and was restarted by the collector of Ahmedabad, Mr Dunlop in December 1817 (AH 1233). Coins with date AH 1233 or after, from the Ahmedabad mint, are considered to be of the Bombay Presidency.- Date at left below line KM 260.2 (see image above)
- Date at upper right above line KM 260.1 (click on image below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Muhammad Akbar II, who was the Mughal Emperor of India from 1808 to 1837. The coin features an inscription of his name and title, "Muhammad Akbar II, Emperor of the Mughals," in Urdu on one side, and the date of minting in the Islamic calendar on the other. This coin is a rare example of a silver rupee minted during the British India period and is highly sought after by collectors.
