© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II
1215 (1823) year| Silver | 11.61 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1215 (1823) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.61 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Surat sanat 46 julus maimanat manus
Lettering:
ممنت مانوس
سنة ۴٦ جاوس
ضرب سورت
Translation: Struck at Surat in the 46th year of his tranquil prosperous reign
Edge
Reeded
Comment
- Weight varies 11.54-11.67 grams- Diameter varies 26.7-27.6 mm
- Frozen date and Regnal Year (AH 1215 / RY46)
- Although mint name on the coin is Surat, this coin was minted at the Calcutta mint (1823-24 AD) for the Bombay Presidency
- Pridmore# 284, Pridmore# 285 (Proof)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1215 (1823) coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coins that were made of copper or other base metals. This change in material was likely due to the increasing value of silver and the desire to create a coin that was more durable and valuable. The use of silver in the coin also gave it a distinctive look and feel that set it apart from other coins in circulation at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1215 (1823) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1215 (1823) coin.
