1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Delhi
1628 year| Silver | 11.4 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mughal Empire (India) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Jahan (Shahabuddin Muhammad Shah Jahan, Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram) (1628-1658) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1628 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1540-1842) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#210849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Inscription
Lettering: Sahib-e-qiran-i sani shahjahan badshah ghazi
Translation: The Second Lord of Auspicious Conjunction Shah Jahan the Emperor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Delhi) 1628 coin from the Mughal Empire (India) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design showcases the iconic Taj Mahal, which was built during Shah Jahan's reign, alongside other Mughal-era buildings and structures. This blend of architectural styles reflects the cultural diversity and syncretism that characterized the Mughal Empire during that time.
