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Rupee: CM.52-1928

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Maker(s)

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

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Measurements and weight

Image(height): 28 mm
Image(width): 28 mm
Weight: 11.58 g

Place(s) associated

  • Madras

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1928-03-06) by Government Museum

Dating

1817 CE - 1835 CE

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.52-1928
Primary reference Number: 100209
Catalogue: 2481
Ordering: PS-2495
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Audit data

Created: Monday 14 April 2014 Updated: Monday 15 January 2024 Last processed: Monday 15 January 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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