Lot No : 115
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Humayun(c. 1530-1540CE), First Reign, Copper Bahloli, 8.80grms, AH94X, Minted at Jaunpur, Extra Fine+, Very Scarce Issued during Humayun’s troubled first reign, this copper Bahloli follows the weight standard of Bahlul Lodi, reflecting continuity from the Delhi Sultanate. The period was dominated by conflict with Sher Shah Suri, culminating in Humayun’s defeats at Chausa (1539) and Kannauj/Bilgram (1540), which cost him the empire. These coins belong to a short, unstable phase just before Mughal collapse and exile
1300
Lot No : 116
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper Dam, 20.40grms, AH980, Minted at Ahmedabad, Very Fine+, Rare Ahmedabad was a major Mughal mint under Akbar after the conquest of Gujarat (1572–73 CE). The mint symbolises Akbar’s victory over the Muzaffarid Sultans of Gujarat and the firm integration of Gujarat into the Mughal Empire. Coins from Ahmedabad reflect Akbar’s consolidation of western India and control over key trade routes and ports.
3300
Lot No : 117
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper Dam, 20.60grms, Illahi 31, Minted at Allahabad, Very Fine Allahabad became a Mughal mint after Akbar’s strategic takeover of the region, crucial for controlling the Gangetic heartland. The city later gained immense military importance during Prince Salim’s rebellion (1600–1604 CE), when he declared himself emperor from Allahabad, directly challenging Akbar. Coins from this mint are tied to internal Mughal conflict and succession tensions
1600
Lot No : 118
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper 1/2 Dam, Mulkahu Type, 10.00grms, Minted at Alwar, Very Fine, Scarce. Coins attributed to Alwar under Akbar are extremely rare and debated, suggesting a short-lived or limited mint after Mughal campaigns in Mewat/Rajputana. The region was brought under Mughal control during Akbar’s expansion against local Rajput chiefs, securing the Delhi–Ajmer route
3300
Lot No : 119
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper Dam, 20.00grms, Illahi 41, Month Farwardin, Minted at Attakh Banaras, Very Fine+ Banaras functioned as a regional mint after Mughal consolidation of the eastern Gangetic belt, following conflicts with Afghan chiefs and the Karrani rulers of Bengal. Control of Banaras ensured stability along the Ganga and secured Mughal authority in eastern North India
1200
Lot No : 120
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), 3 Coins, Copper Dam, 1/2 Dam, 1/4 Dam, 20grms,10grms & 4.90grms, all 3 of Illahi 46, Minted at Burhanpur, Very Fine to Extra Fine, Very Rare. Burhanpur became a key Mughal mint after Akbar’s campaigns in Khandesh and the Deccan, aimed at breaking the power of the Farooqi rulers of Khandesh and countering Ahmadnagar (Nizam Shahi) influence. Control of Burhanpur secured the Tapti corridor and served as a forward base for Mughal military pressure in the Deccan.
20000
Lot No : 121
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), 3 Coins, Copper Dam, 1/2 Dam, 1/4 Dam, 20.70grms,9.40grms & 4.90grms, Minted at Balapur, 1/4 Dam is unique as both obverse and reverse has the mint mentioned, Very Fine+, Very Rare. Balapur is associated with Akbar’s Deccan campaigns during the struggle against the Nizam Shahi dynasty of Ahmadnagar and allied Deccan powers. The mint functioned in the context of Mughal military operations aimed at securing Berar and the eastern Deccan. Coins of Akbar from Balapur reflect imperial assertion in a contested frontier zone during active warfare.
20000
Lot No : 122
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper Dam, 20.30grms, Illahi 40, Month Bahman, Minted at Berar, Very Fine Akbar’s Berar issues are scarce. Berar came under Mughal control only after the Deccan campaigns against the Nizam Shahi dynasty of Ahmadnagar (from 1595–1596 CE), so minting there was late and limited. Coins from Berar reflect active Mughal pressure in the Deccan and temporary consolidation rather than long-term stability.
1200
Lot No : 123
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), Copper 1/2 Dam, 8.90grms, Minted at Dogaon, Very Fine+, Scarce The Dogaon mint is associated with Akbar’s late Deccan expansion, during the prolonged Mughal conflict with the Nizam Shahi dynasty of Ahmadnagar. It likely functioned as a temporary or campaign mint, supporting Mughal military operations during the push into the Deccan in the 1590s. Coins from Dogaon reflect Akbar’s effort to assert imperial authority deep in the Deccan during an active phase of warfare.
1200
Lot No : 124
Auction No : 8
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), 1/4 Falus, 6.60grms, Minteless Type, Hastam Hissa Type, Month Khurdad, Very Fine+, Very Scarce The Hastam Hissa was a fractional Mughal silver denomination issued under Akbar as part of his effort to standardise currency across the empire. Literally meaning “one-eighth part,” it represented 1/8 of a rupee and was struck to facilitate small-scale transactions, especially in urban markets and military camps. Its issue reflects Akbar’s emphasis on a uniform monetary system during continuous military campaigns and territorial expansion.
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