1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1800-1815) front 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1800-1815) back
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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND

 
Silver 11.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Bombay Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1800-1815
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1672-1835)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.5 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#77713
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Legend in Persian: Zarb (mint name) sanat 46 julus maimanat manus

Lettering:
ممنت مانوس
سنة ۴٦ جاوس
ضرب سورت

Translation: Struck at (mint name) in the 46th year of tranquil prosperity

Comment

- Weight varies 11.55 - 11.64 grams
- Diameter varies 17.8 - 20.8 mm
- Privy mark #1, Surat mint


Image shows location of privy mark #1 on obverse

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Alam II ND (1800-1815) coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the previous coins that were made of copper or other base metals. This change in material was likely due to the increasing value of silver and the desire to create a coin that was more durable and valuable. The use of silver in the coin also reflects the growing influence of British rule in India and the adoption of Western standards in coinage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1800-1815)  - - - - - -

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