Description
Mughal Empire, Akbar(c. 1556-1605CE), 1/4 Falus, 6.60grms, Minteless Type, Hastam Hissa Type, Month Khurdad, Very Fine+, Very Scarce The Hastam Hissa was a fractional Mughal silver denomination issued under Akbar as part of his effort to standardise currency across the empire. Literally meaning “one-eighth part,” it represented 1/8 of a rupee and was struck to facilitate small-scale transactions, especially in urban markets and military camps. Its issue reflects Akbar’s emphasis on a uniform monetary system during continuous military campaigns and territorial expansion.
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