Lot 218

Mughal Jahangir Kashmir Mint Ilahi Month Isfandarmuz Pisces Silver Rupee

Auction # 27 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 4000 - 5000
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Catalog Reference #
KM # 145.10
Metal Composition
Silver
Lot Grade/Condition
multiple test marks overall very fine
Diameter
20.01 mm
Weight
11.35 gms
Denomination
Rupee
Calendar/Year
AH 1014-1037, 1605-1627 AD

Mughal, Jahangir (AH 1014-1037, 1605-1627 AD), Silver Rupee, 11.35 gms, 20.01 mm, Kashmir Mint (fully visible at bottom on reverse), AH 1023, RY 8, Ilahi Month Isfandarmuz (Pisces), The Jahangir–Kashmir connection reflects the Mughal emperor Jahangir’s fascination with the valley’s beauty and his active administration of the region. He frequently visited Kashmir, enjoying its landscapes, rivers, and gardens, while overseeing local governance, revenue, and appointments. His reign strengthened Mughal cultural influence, seen in gardens, architecture, and Persian art, and coins minted in Kashmir during his time highlight both political control and economic importance, KM # 145.10, multiple test marks overall very fine, very scarce.