© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
1 Rupee - Muhammad Imaduddin III
1163 (1750) year| Silver | 13.97 g | - |
| Issuer | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Muhammad Imaduddin III (1750-1757) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1163 (1750) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee (3) |
| Currency | Larin (1660-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.97 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sultan title and date
Lettering:
سلطان
البرين وخاقان
البحرين
١١٦٣
سنة
Translation:
Sultan of the 2 lands and 2 seas
Year 1163
Comment
Weight varies: 13.74-13.97 gNote: Assumed face value of 3 for the Rupee
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Maldives, minted during the reign of Muhammad Imaduddin III in 1163 (1750), was made of silver and weighed 13.97 grams. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by the Maldivian government during that time, which featured the name of the ruler and the year of issue in the Islamic calendar. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a common practice in the Maldives during that period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in currency. Today, coins like this are highly sought after by collectors and can be found in auctions and online marketplaces.
