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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II Najibabad
| Silver | 11.15 g | 20.73 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1192-1200 (1778-1786) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.15 g |
| Diameter | 20.73 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Persian letters "Suaad", fish
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 ruler of the Awadh region in India during the 18th century. The coin features the name of the ruler and the date of issue in the Persian language, which was the official language of the Awadh court at that time. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for currency during that period.
