Paisa - Shah Alam II (Maratha Confederacy) ND (1759-1806) front Paisa - Shah Alam II (Maratha Confederacy) ND (1759-1806) back
Paisa - Shah Alam II (Maratha Confederacy) ND (1759-1806) photo
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Paisa - Shah Alam II Maratha Confederacy ND

 
Copper 15 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Maratha Empire (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1759-1806
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1674-1818)
Composition
Copper
Weight
15 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#82286
Rarity index
95%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Paisa - Shah Alam II (Maratha Confederacy) ND (1759-1806) coin is that it was used as a medium of exchange during a time of great cultural and economic significance in the Maratha Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time, and it features an inscription in the Marathi language, which was the language of the Maratha people. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.