© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND
1819 year| Silver (.888) | 12.43 g | 26.6 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1819 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.888) |
| Weight | 12.43 g |
| Diameter | 26.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Murshidabad sanat 19 julus maimanat manus
Lettering:
S
١٩
Translation: Struck at Murshidabad in the 19th year of his reign of tranquil prosperity
Edge
Vertical milled, straight grained ||||
Image shows the five point rosette or 'star' on the obverse and 'S' on the reverse
Comment
- Mint name on reverse is Murshidabad but coins minted in Calcutta- This coin can be identified by a 'star' added to the left of obverse AND a tiny letter 'S' on the reverse (Pridmore# 176)
- The mark 'S' on the reverse may indicate George Saunders, Master of the Calcutta mint 1816-1830 or to signify the new Standard (increased weight in the rupee).
- Weight increased to 12.43 grams, silver percentage lowered to 88.8%
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1819) coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver (.888) and weighed 12.43 grams. This is significant because it highlights the coin's value and rarity, as well as the historical importance of the Bengal Presidency during the British colonial era in India.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1819) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1819) coin.
