Hi I have a coin that is similar to those in the Indian sub-continent. Looks to be Silver and in good condition, just wondering if there is an identification available? Many thanks Allan
It is a British East India Company coin. Bengal Presidency Rupee, Shah Alam II, Murshidabad, No date Obverse in Persian Arabic: Shah Alam, Emperor, in the shadow of Allah's divine favor, Defender of the Religion of Muhammad, Struck this coin over seven regions Reverse in Persian Arabic: Struck at Murshidabad in the year 19 of his reign associated with tranquil prosperity Notes: These coins were struck at the Calcutta mint by the Company from 1793 to 1818 under the name of the Mughal emperor Shah Alam II (Life: AD 1728-1806 Reign: AD 1759-1806). This coin has the regnal year 19 which is around AD 1777. The Company continued to issue these coins after the death of Shah Alam.
