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1 Rupee - Ranjit Singh
| Silver | 11.34 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Jaisalmer (Indian princely states) |
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| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1150-1153 (1738-1741) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who was the founder of the Sikh Empire and is considered one of the most important figures in Sikh history. The coin features an inscription in Gurmukhi script, which is a writing system used in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan, and it also features the symbol of a khanda, which is a double-edged sword that is an important symbol in Sikhism.
