2 Fanams - Shah Alam II ND (1764-1807) front 2 Fanams - Shah Alam II ND (1764-1807) back
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2 Fanams - Shah Alam II ND

 
Silver 1.83 g -
Description
Issuer
Madras Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1764-1807
Value
2 Fanams (1⁄21)
Currency
Pagoda (1639-1817)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.83 g
Size
10 mm
Shape
Oval
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50415
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Two interlinked Cs, dot on one end, within a beaded border that is not always visible

Edge

Plain

Comment

- Weight varies 1.65-2.07 grams
- Diameter varies 7.4-11.1 mm

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Fanams coin from Madras Presidency (British India) made of Silver weighing 1.83g is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time. The coin features an inscription of the Emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II, Badshah of Hindustan," in Persian script on one side, and a stylized floral design on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by the British East India Company during their rule in India, and it is a rare and valuable collector's item today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1764-1807)  - - - - - -

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