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© Syed Muhammad Umair (CC BY-NC)
1 Rupee - Muhammad Shah Azimabad
| Silver | 11.51 g | 26.27 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1131-1157 (1719-1744) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.51 g |
| Diameter | 26.27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#393118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Regnal Year, Ry# 10
Mint name Azimabad
Interesting fact
The Muhammad Shah Rupee coin was the first rupee coin to feature the name of the mint city, Azimabad, in its inscription. This was a significant departure from the previous Mughal coins, which only featured the name of the emperor and the year of issue. The inclusion of the mint city's name on the coin helped to establish a sense of local identity and pride among the people of Azimabad, and it also made it easier to track the coin's origin and circulation.
