© Heritage Auctions
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Mohur - Shah Alam II
| Gold | 11.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Princely state of Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1169-1172 (1755-1759) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (16) |
| Currency | Rupee (1621-1949) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Jaipur State was a princely state of India from 1128 to 1948. It was centered on Jaipur town. It existed from the 12th century until Indian Independence in 1947. according to the different periods of history it was also known as Jaipur Kingdom, Amber Kingdom,Dhundhar Kingdom and Kachwaha Kingdom.Jaipur state was founded in the Dhundhar region. Its predecessor state was the Dhundhar (Dausa) kingdom, founded in 1093 by Duleh Rai, also known as Dulha Rao. Jaipur state was known as Amber between the fourteenth century and 1727. In that year, a new capital was built and named Jayapura, then the kingdom was renamed Jaipur.Interesting fact
The Mohur coin from the Princely state of Jaipur, issued during the reign of Shah Alam II (1755-1759), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold and weighed 11.34 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. This coin's value and rarity make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
