© Juan Saavedra V.
© Juan Saavedra V.
1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Daulatabad
| Silver | 11.4440 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Jahan (Shahabuddin Muhammad Shah Jahan, Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram) (1628-1658) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1067-1068 (1657-1658) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.4440 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#89561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Central inscription (ruler's name) within foliated eightfoil
Edge
Plain
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 love of art and architecture. This coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shah Jahan, the second king of the world" and "Daulatabad, the city of victory," indicating that it was minted during his reign and in the city of Daulatabad, which was a major center of trade and commerce during the Mughal period.
