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Double rupee: CM.IS.907-R

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Shah Zaman (1793-1801)
Mint: Kabul

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History note: No provenance.

Measurements and weight

Die Axis: 315 degrees
Image(height): 33 mm
Image(width): 32 mm
Weight: 23.15 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown (1908)

Dating

1797 - 1798

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.IS.907-R
Primary reference Number: 104990
Catalogue: 2065
Ordering: IS-2030

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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