Mohur - Shah Alam II [Zabita Khan] 1175-1186 (1762-1773) front Mohur - Shah Alam II [Zabita Khan] 1175-1186 (1762-1773) back
Mohur - Shah Alam II [Zabita Khan] 1175-1186 (1762-1773) photo
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Mohur - Shah Alam II [Zabita Khan]

 
Gold 11.34 g -
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Rohilkhand (Indian princely states)
Emperor
Shah Alam II (1760-1788; 1788-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1175-1186 (1762-1773)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Mohur (16)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Gold
Weight
11.34 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#30161
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Mohur coin is that it was issued by Shah Alam II, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Rohilkhand in India during a time of great turmoil and political upheaval. Despite the challenges he faced, Shah Alam II was able to maintain the independence of his state and issue coins like the Mohur, which have become highly sought after by collectors today.