1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Azimabad) 1174-1178 (1761-1765) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Azimabad) 1174-1178 (1761-1765) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Azimabad) 1174-1178 (1761-1765) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Azimabad

 
Silver 11.24 g 21.83 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1174-1178 (1761-1765)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.24 g
Diameter
21.83 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#77353
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inscription. Trident mint mark.

Comment

Azimabad = Patna

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor of India from 1759 to 1806. He was known for his efforts to reform the Mughal Empire and restore its power and prosperity, which had declined significantly in the previous centuries. The coin is a reflection of the economic and political changes that were taking place in India during this time period.