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Aurangzeb's Coinage: The Emperor Who Minted His Own Image
Aurangzeb is often remembered for his piety, but his coinage tells a more complex story. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the emperor's unprecedented decision to put his own portrait on Mughal coins — a radical break from Islamic tradition that even his great-grandfather Akbar had avoided. They trace the evolution of Mughal currency from the silver rupee of Sher Shah Suri to Aurangzeb's controversial gold mohurs featuring his crowned likeness, inspired by Safavid and Ottoman examples. The conversation delves into the mechanics of Mughal minting: the network of imperial mints…
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