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Shahrukhi - Babur
| Issuer | Mughal Empire |
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| Year | 1526-1530 |
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| Weight | 4.72 g |
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| Obverse description | Central field occupied by a bold Naskh/Thuluth Arabic inscription arranged in multiple registers, bearing the Kalima (Islamic declaration of faith): 'La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur Rasulullah'. The legends are deeply struck in a characteristic Timurid-Mughal calligraphic style. The coin exhibits the irregular flan typical of hammered silver coinage of the early Mughal period. Traces of a marginal legend encircle the central inscription field. The overall design follows the Timurid Shahrukhi tradition inherited by Babur. |
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| Obverse script | Arabic |
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| Reverse description | Central field carries a multi-line Arabic inscription in Naskh script, recording the ruler's name and titles, typical of Babur's Shahrukhi coinage. The inscription is arranged in stacked registers across the flan, with the sovereign's name and regnal formula prominent. A marginal border with dotted or beaded decoration frames the central legend. The hammered flan is irregular and slightly concave, consistent with early Mughal minting practice. The calligraphic style reflects the Timurid artistic heritage maintained during Babur's reign. |
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