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1/2 Mohur - Ranjit Singh Amritsar mint
| Issuer | Sikh Empire |
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| Year | 1820 |
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| Value | 1/2 Mohur (7.5) |
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| Obverse description | Densely engraved field bearing a multi-line Persian inscription in ornate Nasta'liq calligraphy, proclaiming the sovereignty of Maharaja Ranjit Singh and invoking divine blessing. The legends fill the entire flan in bold, flowing strokes characteristic of Sikh-era hammered gold coinage. A small floral or star-shaped ornament punctuates the central field as a decorative device. The irregular flan edges reflect the hand-struck technique typical of Amritsar mint production. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays further Persian legends in Nasta'liq script arranged in horizontal registers across the flan, recording the regnal year and mint name of Amritsar. Decorative floral sprays and dot ornaments are visible interspersed between the lines of text, lending the design an ornate character consistent with Sikh imperial coinage conventions. The surfaces show the characteristic uneven relief of a hammered issue, with bold raised lettering against a textured ground. A prominent foliate motif is visible in the lower field. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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