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1/8 Rupee: CM.176-1935

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Anonymous
Alamgir II (1754-59) (Struck in the name of)
Mint: Arkat

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Measurements and weight

Image(height): 13 mm
Image(width): 13 mm
Weight: 1.39 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1937-08-12) by Rogers, G. F., Dr

Dating

1754 - 1759

Note

RY 6

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.176-1935
Primary reference Number: 99965
Catalogue: 2705
Ordering: PS-2719
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 11 January 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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