© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Jagadhri, Najibabad
| Silver | 11 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Sikh (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1215-1221 (1801-1806) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Katar
Lettering: RY 47
Edge
Plain
Comment
Najibabad was a Rohilla mint until 1774, when the town was taken over by Awadh. It then passed to the British in 1801 (AH 1216-1217). According to Prinsep, operations at the Najibabad mint ceased with Rupees of RY 43 of Shah ‘Alam II. Rupees with this mintname, with later dates and the Rohilla katar mintmark must have been struck elsewhere. There is reference to the “Old Jagadhree” Rupee struck by one, Rani Sookum, of year 47. All the present coins are of the same style and were found together.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the last Mughal Emperor to have any real power or authority. He ruled from 1759 to 1806, and during his reign, the Mughal Empire was in decline and faced numerous challenges, including the rise of the British East India Company. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, such as this 1 Rupee coin, still maintained the traditional Mughal design and weight standards, showcasing the resilience and cultural pride of the Mughal people.