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Aurangzeb, AR 1/4 Rupee, Akbarabad, Nisar, AH 1070

Legend: ‘Nisar Alamgir Badshah Ghazi’. Nisar coins are named for their main purpose, i.e. scattering into the crowd by royalty. They were minted for occasions that demanded ceremonial generosity or largesse, like at investitures, weddings or grand entrances. These coins were particularly lightweight, and are usually fractions of rupees.

Accession No

C/A/12/076

Weight

2.53 g

Diameter

13.89 mm

Metal

Silver

Mint

Akbarabad

Denomination

Quarter Rupee

Shape

Round
AH Date
1070