1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Mustafabad [Rampur]) 1184-1186 (1771-1773) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Mustafabad [Rampur]) 1184-1186 (1771-1773) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II (Mustafabad [Rampur]) 1184-1186 (1771-1773) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Mustafabad [Rampur]

 
Silver 9.70 g 21.58 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Rohilkhand (Indian princely states)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1184-1186 (1771-1773)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.70 g
Diameter
21.58 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#76519
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Manus maimanat, sana julus zarb on top

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. The coin features the emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II, Mustafabad (Rampur), 1184-1186 (1771-1773)" on one side, and the Rohilkhand state's crest on the other. This coin is a rare example of a silver rupee coin issued by a princely state during the Mughal era, and its unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item.