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Anand Rao Silver Half Rupee In Name Of Shah Alam II, Ahmedabad, Silver Coin

Princely State Coins1800-1819

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Physical specifications

CI-DYN-B94-001
Metal
Silver
Weight
5.78 g
Diameter
17-18 mm
Shape
Square
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
KM C18. Legend naming Shah Alam; reverse Ahmedabad mintmark ankus in julus and Nagari ga
Denomination50 Paise
Ruler / IssuerShah Alam II
MintUnattributed princely-state mint
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹5,000 – ₹12,000
EraPrincely State Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

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This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Shah Alam II is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

India context

Shah Alam II

The catalogue attribution places this specimen within its regional political and monetary context.

World context

Trade and cultural exchange

Coin designs, metals, standards, and inscriptions often reflect contact between neighbouring regions.

Overview & History

Period: Anand Rao silver half rupee in name of Shah Alam II, Ahmedabad. Reference: KM C18. Legend naming Shah Alam; reverse Ahmedabad mintmark ankus in julus and Nagari ga.