Madras Presidency ¼ Rupee - Alamgir II, 1172
Information
Country
Madras Presidency
Madras Presidency
Currency
Rupee
(1691 – 1835)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
¼ Rupee - Alamgir II
Year
1172
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
2.91
Diameter (mm)
17.2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
¼ Rupee - Alamgir II from Madras Presidency. Issued in 1172. Struck in Silver. Measures 17.2 mm and weighs 2.91 g.
- Obverse
- Legend in Persian:1172 Sikka Badshah Alamgir All within a toothed border (1172 Coin of the Emperor Alamgir)
- Reverse
- Legend in Persian: Zarb Arcat sanat 6 All within a toothed border (Struck at Arcot in the (RY) 6th year)
- Edge
- Vertical milled/Reeded (straight grained |||)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1172 (1823) | — | ١١٧٢/٦ Calcutta mint |
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