Patiala State, Maharaja Rajinder Singh INO Ahmed Shah Durrani (Sahrind Mint)

Ruler :  Maharaja Rajinder Singh INO Ahmed Shah Durrani
Era : (VS 1933-1957, 1876-1900 AD)
Denomination : Rupee
Weight : 11.02 grams
Diameter : 17.70 mm
Reference : Unlisted in KM

Obverse :
Sana julus and flower & Katar.

Reverse :
poetic couplet citing name and titles of Ahmad Shah Durrani "Hukm shud az qadir-e-bechun ba ahmad badshah, sikka-e-zan bar seem-o-zar az auj mahi ta bamah".

Comment : 
Maharaja Rajinder Singh of Patiala State (r. 1876–1900) was one of the most dynamic rulers of the princely states in colonial India. He was an enlightened ruler, known for modernizing Patiala State by promoting education, infrastructure, and social reforms. An avid sportsman, he is often credited with popularizing cricket in India and established the Patiala Cricket Team, which became famous in the subcontinent. He was a loyal ally of the British during the colonial period, which allowed him relative autonomy in the administration of his state. About Uncirculated grade, Scarce.