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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II [Mahadji Rao]
| Silver | 10.94 g | 21.25 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Gwalior (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Maharaja | Mahadji Rao Scindia (1768-1794) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1203-1221 (1761-1806) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.94 g |
| Diameter | 21.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#124698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Dagger like stalk, regnal year, mint name
Script: Urdu
Lettering: Manus memanat julus zarab Gwalior sanah 35
Translation: Struck at Gwalior mint in the 35th year of his reign of tranquil prosperity.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Ruler: Mahadji RaoInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time. The coin features an inscription of the Emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II, Mahadji Rao," which highlights the coin's connection to the Mughal Empire. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 10.94 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, reflecting the economic and political importance of the Princely state of Gwalior during that time.
![1 Rupee - Shah Alam II [Mahadji Rao] Gwalior front](/storage/images/1-Rupee-Shah-Alam-II-Mahadji-Rao-Gwalior_140645_1.webp)
![1 Rupee - Shah Alam II [Mahadji Rao] Gwalior back](/storage/images/1-Rupee-Shah-Alam-II-Mahadji-Rao-Gwalior_140645_2.webp)
