1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1174-1221 (1761-1806) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1174-1221 (1761-1806) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1174-1221 (1761-1806) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II

 
Silver 11.52 g 24.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1174-1221 (1761-1806)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.52 g
Diameter
24.8 mm
Thickness
2.95 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#71505
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Lettering: ٧

Translation: 7

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II 1174-1221 (1761-1806) coin from the Mughal Empire (India) is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coins of the Mughal Empire that were made of copper. 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 reflects the growing influence of European trade and commerce on the Mughal Empire during this time period.