1 Rupee - Nawab Sikandar Begum 1271-1293 (1855-1876) front 1 Rupee - Nawab Sikandar Begum 1271-1293 (1855-1876) back
1 Rupee - Nawab Sikandar Begum 1271-1293 (1855-1876) photo
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1 Rupee - Nawab Sikandar Begum

 
Silver 10.83 g 22.43 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Bhopal (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1271-1293 (1855-1876)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1723-1947)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.83 g
Diameter
22.43 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79055
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

“Zarb” above “Bhopal”

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nawab Sikandar Begum, who was one of the few female rulers of the Princely state of Bhopal in India. She ruled from 1855 to 1876 and was known for her progressive policies and efforts to modernize the state. The coin, made of silver and weighing 10.83 grams, was a standard circulation coin during her reign and is now a valuable collector's item.