1 Rupee - Sher Shah Suri (Agra) 948-950 (1542-1544) front 1 Rupee - Sher Shah Suri (Agra) 948-950 (1542-1544) back
1 Rupee - Sher Shah Suri (Agra) 948-950 (1542-1544) photo
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1 Rupee - Sher Shah Suri Agra

 
Silver 11.23 g 30.19 mm
Description
Issuer
Sur Empire (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Sher Shah Suri (شير شاہ سوري) (1539-1545)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
948-950 (1542-1544)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Suri (1539-1545)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.23 g
Diameter
30.19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#102728
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Kalima shahada around four khalifas name

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin from the Sur Empire, issued during the reign of Sher Shah Suri (1542-1544), features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side, reflecting the cultural syncretism of the era.