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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Akbarabad
| Silver | 11.40 g | 23.75 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1181 (1759-1806) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.40 g |
| Diameter | 23.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mint name and regnal year
Comment
Ruler: Shah Alam IIPre-Panipat issue. Without mint mark.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the last Mughal Emperor to have any real power and authority. He ruled from 1759 to 1806, and during his reign, the Mughal Empire was facing significant challenges, including the rise of the British East India Company and the decline of the traditional Mughal economy. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Mughal Empire continued to be issued, and this particular coin is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Mughal Empire.
