1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Itawa) 1192-1198 (1778-1784) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Itawa) 1192-1198 (1778-1784) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Itawa) 1192-1198 (1778-1784) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Itawa

 
Silver 11.29 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Awadh (Indian princely states)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1192-1198 (1778-1784)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1605-1857)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.29 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72113
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

RY Date

Translation: RY 20

Edge

Plain

Comment

Itawa Mint, Bajra symbol.

Weight Varies

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 the name of the ruler in Urdu script on one side, and the other side features a unique design that includes a crescent moon and a star. This design was a common feature on coins issued by the Awadh rulers during this period. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for currency at the time.