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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Muradabad
| Silver | 11.16 g | 21.51 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1189-1191 (1775-1777) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.16 g |
| Diameter | 21.51 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Star
Mint name and regnal year
Interesting 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, and it features his name and title on one side, while the other side features the name of the mint city, Muradabad, and the year of issue, 1189-1191 (1775-1777). This coin is a rare example of a silver rupee coin issued by the Mughal Empire during this time period, and its unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
