1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1830-1833) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1830-1833) back
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1830-1833) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND

 
Silver (.888) 12.43 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Bengal Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1830-1833
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1765-1835)
Composition
Silver (.888)
Weight
12.43 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50422
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Legend in Persian: Zarb Murshidabad sanat 19 julus maimanat manus

Lettering:
ميمنت مانوس
سنة ١٩ جلوس
ضرب مرشداباد

Translation: Struck at Murshidabad in the 19th year of his reign of tranquil prosperity

Edge

Plain

Comment

- Mint name on coin is Murshidabad but minted at Calcutta
- Previous KM #774
- Weight increased to 12.43 grams, silver percentage lowered to 88.8%
- Pridmore# 177
- Proof coins have a reeded edge, and coins intended for circulation have a plain edge.
- This type has a star on obverse and a crescent on reverse (see image below)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1830-1833) coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver (.888) and weighed 12.43 grams. This coin was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor of India from 1759 to 1806. The coin's design features the image of the emperor on one side and the standard circulation coin design on the other. It's interesting to note that the use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, and it was used as a way to ensure the coin's value and authenticity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1830-1833)  - - - - - -

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