Bedar Bakht, Silver, Rupee, in the name of Shah Alam II, Ahmedabad Mint, AH 1202/29, mint

Bedar Bakht, Silver, Rupee, in the name of Shah Alam II, Ahmedabad Mint, AH 1202/29, mint name partly visible at top on rev (KM 738). Very Fine, Very Rare. Bedar Bakht at the beginning of his rebellion under the leadership of Ghulam Qadir, the Rohila Chief, issued coins in the name of Shah Alam II from Ahmedabad, the modern Saharanpur in UP. However, his rebellion failed and he had to withdrew to be later enthroned and issue coins in his own name.

Sold for ₹27,500

Auction: Auction #21 · Oswal Antiques · 2011-04-21 · Estimate: ₹ 20000 - ₹ 25000

Category: Mughals : Bedar Bakht

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