UP News: Silver-like 49 Mughal coins found in a field in Saharanpur, Arabic date 1035, see photos
A farmer in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh unearthed 49 silver-like coins from his field while he was ploughing
The coins are believed to be from the Mughal era and have inscriptions in Arabic. The date 1035 is also inscribed on the coins.
The farmer, identified as Iqbal, found the coins while he was ploughing his field in the village of Rampur Maniharan
Iqbal said he was shocked to find the coins and immediately informed the village elders. The elders then contacted the local police.
The police have taken the coins into their possession and are investigating the matter
The coins are believed to be of great historical importance and could shed light on the history of the region.
Here are some additional details about the coins:
- The coins are made of a silver-like metal and weigh between 10 and 15 grams each.
- The coins have inscriptions in Arabic on both sides.
- The date 1035 is inscribed on the coins, which corresponds to the year 1625 AD.
- The coins are believed to be from the reign of Mughal emperor Jahangir.
The discovery of the coins has created a buzz in the village and the surrounding area
Villagers are flocking to Iqbal's house to see the coins and learn more about their history.
The police are investigating the matter and are trying to determine the origin of the coins
The coins could be part of a larger hoard that was buried in the area centuries ago.
The discovery of the coins is a reminder of the rich history of the region
Saharanpur has been home to many different civilizations over the centuries, and the coins are a testament to the area's rich cultural heritage.
