© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Akbarnagar
1069 year| Silver | 11.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Jahan (Shahabuddin Muhammad Shah Jahan, Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram) (1628-1658) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1069 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian (inside square reading upwards):"Shah Jahan / badshah-i ghazi"
AH date and RY
Lettering:
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Translation:
Shah Jahan/ Warrior Emperor
AH 1069, RY33
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Ruler and dates: Shihab al-Din Muhammad Shah Jahan I ibn Jahangir, (1037-1068 AH / 1628-1658 AD)- This type, is in the style of gold mohurs from Akbarnagar (Bengal) and dated on both sides - unlisted in KM. This coin (RY33) was struck during the transition of power between Shah Jahan and the next Mughal Emperor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Jahan, who was the fifth Mughal Emperor of India and is known for his extensive building projects, including the Taj Mahal.
