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1 Rupee - Muhammad Shah Ahmadabad
| Silver | 11.57 g | 26.27 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1131-1160 (1719-1747) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.57 g |
| Diameter | 26.27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Sana jalus zarb
Mint name : Ahmadabad, Regnal Year
Comment
Ruler: Muhammad ShahInteresting fact
The Muhammad Shah Rupee coin from the Mughal Empire (India) was one of the first coins to feature the image of a ruler, which was a departure from the traditional Islamic prohibition on depicting human figures. This coin features a portrait of Muhammad Shah, who ruled the Mughal Empire from 1719 to 1747, and was minted in Ahmadabad between 1131 and 1160 AH (1719-1747 AD). This coin's design was a significant departure from the previous coins of the Mughal Empire, which had featured abstract geometric patterns and calligraphy. The introduction of a ruler's portrait on the coin was a sign of the growing influence of European culture on the Mughal Empire, and marked a turning point in the history of Indian numismatics.
