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1 Rupee - Shah Allam II
| Silver | 11.1 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Awadh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1214-1216 (1800-1802) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Persian letter "Mim" written as word, bud, fish.
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 at the time. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shah Alam II, King of the World, 1214-1216 AH" (1800-1802 AD). This inscription highlights the significance of the coin as a symbol of the Mughal Empire's power and influence during that time period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 11.1 grams suggests that it was a valuable and widely used coin in its time.
