1 Rupee - Muhammad Shah Murshidabad
| Silver | 11.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Muhammad Shah (1719-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1157-1160 (1719-1748) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#83355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Inscription in 3 horizontal lines
regnal year center right
mint below
Translation: RY 29
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Muhammad Shah Rupee coin from the Mughal Empire (India) was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the ruling emperor, Muhammad Shah, on one side, and a calligraphic inscription on the other. This was a departure from earlier coins that typically featured only religious symbols or motifs. This change in design marked a shift towards more secular imagery on coins and paved the way for future coins to feature portraits of rulers.
