{"product_id":"rare-eic-bengal-presidency-ino-shah-alam-ii-silver-rupee-ah-1222-ry-17-49-muhammadabad-banaras-mint","title":"Rare EIC Bengal Presidency INO Shah Alam II Silver Rupee AH 1222 RY 17\/49 Muhammadabad Banaras Mint KM #40.1 Very Fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the historical legacy of the East India Company (EIC) with this captivating Silver Rupee from the Bengal Presidency, struck in the name of Shah Alam II. Weighing 11.26 grams and measuring 22.21mm in diameter, this coin bears witness to the intricate craftsmanship and economic influence of the EIC during the late 18th century. Minted at the Muhammadabad Banaras Mint in AH 1222, during the 17th regnal year (RY 17\/49) of Shah Alam II's reign, this coin epitomizes the fusion of Mughal and British numismatic traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eObverse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures the Persian legend \"INO Shah Alam II\" (issued in the name of Shah Alam II) within a decorative border, signifying the authority of the Mughal emperor.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe regnal year \"17\" is prominently displayed, denoting the continued sovereignty of Shah Alam II.\u003cbr\u003e\nReverse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShowcases the Persian legend \"Sanah 17 Julus Mainamat Manus\" (struck in the 17th regnal year, during the auspicious reign) within a decorative border.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe mint name \"Muhammadabad Banaras\" is inscribed below, affirming the coin's origin.\u003cbr\u003e\nHistory:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMinted during the tumultuous period of the decline of the Mughal Empire and the ascendancy of British colonial power in India.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Muhammadabad Banaras Mint, situated in present-day Uttar Pradesh, played a significant role in producing coinage for the Bengal Presidency under EIC administration.\u003cbr\u003e\nShah Alam II, a titular Mughal emperor, found himself entangled in the politics of the time, ultimately becoming a symbol of Mughal authority under British patronage.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIssuer: East India Company (EIC)\u003cbr\u003e\nRegion: Bengal Presidency\u003cbr\u003e\nRuler: Shah Alam II\u003cbr\u003e\nMint: Muhammadabad Banaras\u003cbr\u003e\nDate: AH 1222\u003cbr\u003e\nRegnal Year: 17\/49\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Silver\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 11.26 grams\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 22.21mm\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalog Information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalog Number: KM #40.1\u003cbr\u003e\nReference: P 2207\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEIC Bengal Presidency Silver Rupee\u003cbr\u003e\nShah Alam II coin\u003cbr\u003e\nMuhammadabad Banaras Mint coin\u003cbr\u003e\nAH 1222 RY 17\/49 Rupee\u003cbr\u003e\nKM #40.1 coin\u003cbr\u003e\nVery Fine Silver Rupee\u003cbr\u003e\nScarce Bengal Presidency coin\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Indian numismatic collectible\u003cbr\u003e\nEast India Company coin for sale\u003cbr\u003e\nRare Mughal-era coin\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GuptaCoins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48495293006036,"sku":"30854042","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/5028\/0660\/files\/uAkEyyfa.webp?v=1787068097","url":"https:\/\/guptacoins.com\/products\/rare-eic-bengal-presidency-ino-shah-alam-ii-silver-rupee-ah-1222-ry-17-49-muhammadabad-banaras-mint","provider":"Gupta Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}