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1 Rupee - Taimur Shah
| Silver | 11.47 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Punjab (Afghan States) |
|---|---|
| Viceroy | Timur Shah (1757-1772) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1170-1174 (1757-1761) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.47 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#367000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mint Darul Sultanat Lahore
Sanaa Ahd (RY # 1)
Julus Manoos
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Punjab (Afghan States) made of Silver and weighing 11.47g, minted during the reign of Taimur Shah (1170-1174 or 1757-1761), features a unique blend of Islamic and Hinduistic motifs on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Taimur Shah" in Persian, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu deity Lord Ganesha, signifying the cultural diversity and religious tolerance of the Afghan Empire during that time.