© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Lucknow ND
| Silver | 11.15 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1787-1819 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.15 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#117792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Frozen regnal year, mint mark: Flag and star, fish
Lettering: ٢٦
Translation: RY 26
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lucknow Mint, No date on coinInteresting 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 and early 19th centuries. The coin features an inscription in Urdu, which was the official language of the Awadh court at the time. The inscription includes the name of the ruler, the date of issue, and the mint location, which in this case is Lucknow. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during the Awadh dynasty, and it provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural history of the region during that time.
