1/8 Dam - Akbar Delhi

Obverse description	Crudely struck hammered field bearing bold Arabic calligraphic inscription in raised relief, characteristic of the small copper coinage struck at the Delhi mint under Emperor Akbar. The legend occupies the majority of the flan and is rendered in a loose, informal naskh-style script. The irregular planchet edge and slightly off-centre strike are typical of Mughal base-metal issues of this denomination. Scattered patination and surface corrosion are present across the field.
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Reverse description	Reverse presents a similarly crude hammered field with Arabic inscription in raised relief, the legends partially visible due to the irregular flan and characteristic weak strike of this fractional copper denomination. The script is rendered in a flowing, informal style consistent with Mughal mint practice of the period. The border shows remnants of a rope or pellet pattern typical of Akbar-era copper coinage. Surface exhibits natural brown patina with areas of green cuprite corrosion.
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Reverse lettering	دهلی
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