Lot No : 269
Auction No : 7
Dutch India (1028–1368 AH/1619–1949 AD), Silver Rupee, 13.50grms, 1767AD, Obverse: Crude Arabic script in two lines and Gregorian date 1767) For the Island Grand Java) Reverse: Crude Arabic script in three lines , Translation: Coins of the Dutch Company Mintmark-09, KM#175.10, Oblique Milling, Extra Fine, Very Rare
14000
Lot No : 270
Auction No : 7
French India, INO Alamgir II(1167–1173 AH/1754–1759 AD), Silver Rupee, 11.30grms, Minted at Arcot, AH1171/RY05, Coins of Alamgir II bearing a complete date are rare, and those that also display the full mint name are even more exceptional. This coin offers the rare combination of both — a fully legible date and a complete mint inscription, Very Fine+, Rare
4000
Lot No : 274
Auction No : 7
Portuguese India, João IV(1640–1656 AD), Silver 2 Tangas, 4.30 Grams, Obverse: St. John standing, Left facing and holding a flag and initials S.I with year 1643 below, Reverse: Crowned coat of arms with G.A initials for Goa, Very Fine+, Very Rare During the reign of João IV (1640–1656), Portuguese India saw a renewed focus on consolidation and defense following the end of Spanish rule. Goa remained the administrative and religious center, while efforts were made to secure key territories amid growing threats from the Dutch and English. João IV strengthened fortifications and supported missionary activities, aiming to preserve Portuguese influence in the region. Though expansion was limited, his reign marked a critical phase of maintaining control over existing Indian holdings during a period of intense European rivalry, ensuring that Portuguese presence in India endured despite mounting external pressures.