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1 Rupee - Ratan Singh In the name of Alamgir II
| Silver | 11.34 g | 21.62 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Bikanir (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Maharaja | Ratan Singh (1828-1851) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1806-1837 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Diameter | 21.62 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#101995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Regnal Year, mint marks of Surat Singh and Ratan Singh
Comment
Regnal years 21-52 Muhammad Akbar II.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in India, as the British East India Company was expanding its control over the subcontinent and many princely states, including Bikanir, were struggling to maintain their independence. Despite this, the coin still bears the name of the Mughal emperor Alamgir II, indicating the ongoing influence of the Mughal Empire even in the face of British colonialism.
