1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1067-1068 (1657-1658) front 1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1067-1068 (1657-1658) back
1 Rupee - Shah Jahan (Surat) 1067-1068 (1657-1658) photo
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1 Rupee - Shah Jahan Surat

 
Silver 11.40 g 23.83 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
1067-1068 (1657-1658)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.40 g
Diameter
23.83 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#89722
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Central inscription within circle
saheb-e-qiran sani shahjahan badshah ghazi

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 a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu styles, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Mughal Empire during that time.