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1 Rupee - Shujah Shah
| Silver | 9.34 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Shujah Shah (1839-1842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1255-1258 (1839-1842) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.34 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#135606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Shujah Shah, who was the ruler of the Emirate of Afghanistan from 1839 to 1842. This coin is a rare example of a silver rupee coin minted during his reign, and its weight of 9.34 grams makes it a unique piece among other coins of its kind.
