1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Bareli) 1174-1185 (1761-1772) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Bareli) 1174-1185 (1761-1772) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Bareli) 1174-1185 (1761-1772) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Bareli

 
Silver 11.07 g 21.16 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Rohilkhand (Indian princely states)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1174-1185 (1761-1772)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.07 g
Diameter
21.16 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#139696
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mint name and regnal year.
Rosettes

Comment

Struck during the reign of local ruler Hafiz Rahmat Khan, AH1167-88/1754-74AD.

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 Princely state of Rohilkhand in India. The coin was made of silver and weighed 11.07 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. Additionally, the coin features an interesting blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles, reflecting the cultural diversity of the region.