Lot No : 92
Auction No : 7
Akbar (AH963-1014/1566-1605AD),(12 Coins), Copper Dam, weighing 20.80 grams each (approx), Minted at Ahmedabad, Obverse: Persian legend Ilahi 44 and month, Reverse: Persian legend Sikka Akbar Shah, 1. Farwardin, IE.45, 2. Ardibihisht, IE.44, 3. Khurdad, IE.40, 4. Tir, IE.4X, 5. Amardad, IE.4X, 6. Shahrewar, IE.40, 7. Mihr, IE.40, 8. Aban, IE.4X, 9. Azar, IE.44, 10. Di, IE.44, 11. Bahman, IE.44, 12. Isfandarmuz, IE.44, all 12 coins in excellent condition with full mint and month clearly visible, Very Fine+ to Extra Fine+, Rare
Lot No : 93
Auction No : 7
Akbar (AH963-1014/1566-1605AD),(12 Coins) Copper Double Dam/ Tanka, Weighing 41.40 grms each, Minted at Bairata (A mint located in the Ajmer region of Rajasthan), Ilahi date 44 which Converts to AH 1007/8 & 1599AD, Obverse: Persian legend Ilahi 44 and month, Reverse: Persian legend Sikka Akbar Shah, 1. Farwardin, IE.44, 2. Ardibihisht, IE.44, 3. Khurdad, IE.44, 4. Tir, IE.44, 5. Amardad, IE.44, 6. Shahrewar, IE.44, 7. Mihr, IE.44, 8. Aban, IE.44, 9. Azar, IE.44, 10. Di, IE.44, 11. Bahman, IE.44, 12. Isfandarmuz, IE.44, all 12 coins in excellent condition with full mint and month clearly visible, Very Fine+ to Extra Fine+, Exceedingly Rare Historical Background: In 1584 AD, Emperor Akbar introduced the Ilahi era, a revolutionary solar calendar designed to unify his vast and diverse empire. Unlike the Islamic Hijri calendar, which follows the lunar cycle, the Ilahi calendar aligned with the solar year and the spring equinox, making it more practical for administration and agriculture. The calendar began retroactively from 1556 AD, the year Akbar became emperor, symbolizing a fresh start in governance and timekeeping. Its months were named after ancient Persian and Zoroastrian traditions, reflecting Akbar
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