1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1037-1046 (1628-1637) front 1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1037-1046 (1628-1637) back
1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1037-1046 (1628-1637) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Surat

 
Silver 11.4 g 21 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
1037-1046 (1628-1637)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50478
Rarity index
81%

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 is known for his love of art and architecture. This coin features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu styles, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Mughal Empire at the time.