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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II
| Silver | 11.33 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1227-1229 (1812-1814) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.33 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#42471 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Muhammadabad Banaras sanat 17 (RY)49 julus maimanat manus
Lettering:
١٧
۴۹
Translation: Struck at Muhammadabad Banaras in the 17/(RY)49 year of his reign of tranquil prosperity.
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 11.26-11.32 grams, diameter varies 21.9-24.0 mm- Previous KM #834b
- These coins were struck between AD 1812 - 1819 and do not have privy (darogah) marks on obverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a brief period of time when the Bengal Presidency was under the rule of Shah Alam II, who was a Mughal Emperor. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted during this period and is highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1229 (1814) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1227-1229 (1812-1814) coin.
