Madras Presidency ( BRITISH – INDIA) 1 Rupee [1759-1835] – Alamgir II RARE SILVER COIN #V-439

Issuer	Madras Presidency (British India)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Year	1172 (1759-1835)
Calendar	Islamic (Hijri)
Value	1 Rupee
Currency	Rupee (1691-1835)
Composition	Silver
Weight	11.66 g
Diameter	28.3 mm
Shape	Round
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

Own a remarkable piece of colonial Indian numismatic history with this exceptional 1 Rupee silver coin from the Madras Presidency, minted between 1759-1835. This rare circulating coin features the name of Emperor Alamgir II and represents a fascinating intersection of Mughal and British colonial coinage traditions. Struck in pure silver with a substantial weight of 11.66 grams and measuring 28.3mm in diameter, this coin showcases impressive craftsmanship typical of the era.

The Madras Presidency, as a major British trading establishment in India, produced coins that blended Islamic calligraphy with colonial monetary standards—making these pieces historically significant artifacts. The Islamic Hijri dating (1172 AH) adds authenticity and rarity to this specimen. What makes this particular coin especially desirable is its status as demonetized currency, confirming its age and historical legitimacy. The medal alignment orientation and round shape demonstrate the precision of 18th-century minting techniques.

Collectors prize Madras Presidency rupees for their scarcity, historical importance, and investment potential. This coin represents a critical period when European colonial powers were reshaping Indian commerce and governance. Its rarity, combined with the prestige of Alamgir II attribution, makes it an essential addition to any serious collection of British-Indian numismatics or Mughal-era coinage.