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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Asafabad ND
| Silver | 11.05 g | 21.50 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1806 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.05 g |
| Diameter | 21.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Danda (mace)
Mint name and regnal year
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the ruler of the Awadh region in India during the 18th century. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shah Alam II, King of the World, 1171 AH" (1171 AH corresponds to 1759-1806 AD). This inscription reflects the monarch's claim to be the ruler of the entire world, which was a common title used by Mughal emperors at the time.
