Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1854) front Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1854) back
Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1854) photo
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Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur Katak ND

 
Silver 11 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Maratha Empire (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1825-1854
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1674-1818)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#105003
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Mint Mark and RY Date

Translation: Date 511 (Frozen)

Edge

Plain

Comment

Minted by Dr. Gordon between 1825 and 1854.

Nagpur mint, pseudo mint name Katak (cuttack).

Mint mark varieties exists.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ahmed Shah Bahadur Rupee coin is that it features a unique "Katak" or "tanka" shape, which is akin to a square with rounded corners. This distinctive shape was a hallmark of coins issued by the Maratha Empire in the 18th and 19th centuries.