1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Lahore) 1039-1042 (1630-1633) front 1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Lahore) 1039-1042 (1630-1633) back
1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Lahore) 1039-1042 (1630-1633) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Lahore

 
Silver 11.44 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Shah Jahan (Shahabuddin Muhammad Shah Jahan, Shahab-ud-din Muhammad Khurram) (1628-1658)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1039-1042 (1630-1633)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.44 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196449
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Emperor's full name and title in legend. RY 4

Lettering: ۴

Translation: 4

Edge

Plain

Comment

Shah Jahan coin of Lahore mint. AH 1041 on obverse and RY 4 on reverse. KM#227.7

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 and known for his love of art and architecture. The coin's design reflects this, featuring intricate calligraphy and ornate floral patterns that were characteristic of the Mughal style during this period.