Fanam - Alamgir II ND (1754-1759) front Fanam - Alamgir II ND (1754-1759) back
Fanam - Alamgir II ND (1754-1759) photo
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Fanam - Alamgir II ND

 
Gold 0.37 g 5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Alamgir II (1754-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1754-1759
Value
1 Fanam (¼)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.37 g
Diameter
5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65585
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mint Name

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Fanam coin is that it was used as a currency during the Mughal Empire, which was one of the largest and most powerful empires in Indian history. The coin was made of gold and weighed 0.37 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after form of currency at the time.