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Rupee - Shah Alam II [Gurbaksh Singh] ND
| Silver | 11.02 g | 16.89 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Kaithal (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1764 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.02 g |
| Diameter | 16.89 mm |
| Thickness | 5.59 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
A symbol of "swad" within Persian letter 'seen' of julus, "zarb Sahrind" off flan at the bottom
Edge
Plain
Comment
Early Crude type
Unlisted in KM
Saran & Dalwinder # KL 2c
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Alam II, who was the Mughal Emperor at the time. The coin features the emperor's name and title, "Shah Alam II" and "Badshah", which means "King" in Persian. This coin is a rare example of a silver rupee issued by a princely state during the Mughal era, and it showcases the unique blend of Mughal and regional styles in its design.