© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Lucknow ND
| Silver | 10.83 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1806 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.83 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
RY Date and Comb like (or Parasol?) symbol
Lettering: RY 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lucknow mint. Weight varies: 10.70-11.60 grams.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 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 example of the currency used during the Awadh dynasty and is highly sought after by collectors today.
