Value 1 Rupee Currency Rupee (1540-1842) Composition Silver Weight 11.42 g Diameter 17.75 mm Shape Round
Comments
According to the vazir of Akbar, there were 20000 pigeons in the court of Akbar. Each pigeon had a different purpose and they were breeded in Farghana. Some pigeons were used to send and receive messages while some solely for entertainment. Because Akbar was so fond of pigeons, a motif was put on the coin.
Description
Obverse
Jalla Jalalahu Allahu AkbarReverse
Mihr month, date and zarb Berar, complete bird (Pigeon) mint mark
Exquisite
Value 1 Rupee Currency Rupee (1540-1842) Composition Silver Weight 11.42 g Diameter 17.75 mm Shape Round
Comments
According to the vazir of Akbar, there were 20000 pigeons in the court of Akbar. Each pigeon had a different purpose and they were breeded in Farghana. Some pigeons were used to send and receive messages while some solely for entertainment. Because Akbar was so fond of pigeons, a motif was put on the coin.