1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Hyderabad Feudatories - Kankurti) ND (1759-1806) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Hyderabad Feudatories - Kankurti) ND (1759-1806) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Hyderabad Feudatories - Kankurti) ND (1759-1806) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Hyderabad Feudatories - Kankurti ND

 
Silver 11.10 g 18.55 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Hyderabad
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1759-1806
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1762-1950)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.10 g
Diameter
18.55 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#90159
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Mint name at bottom

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the second Nizam of Hyderabad and ruled from 1759 to 1806. He was known for his efforts to modernize the state and promote trade, which led to the development of a strong economy and the issuance of coins like this one.