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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II [Ranjit Dev] Jammu
| Silver | 11.35 g | 21.35 mm |
| Issuer | Tinnevelly (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1194-1198 (1780-1784) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.35 g |
| Diameter | 21.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#90406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription, Regnal Year, mint name at top
Struck at Jammu with mint name Dar-ul-Aman.
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 of India from 1759 to 1806. This coin was minted in the city of Tinnevelly, which is now known as Thanjavur in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The coin is made of silver and weighs 11.35 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shah Alam II, Emperor of the Mughals" and has a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time.
