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Auction: 21125 - Spink Numismatic e-Circular 11: Indian & Islamic Coins
Lot: 7128

Sikh Empire, Bhangi Misl (VS 1822-56; 1765-99), Gobindshahi Rupee, 11.34g, Lahore, VS 1828 (1771) (Herrli 08.03.04; KM A63), flan crack on edge, toned good very fine

The Afghans lost Lahore in 1765, and the capital of Punjab was occupied by three Sikh chiefs of the Bhangi Misl:
Lahna Singh Majithia held the centre of the city with the fort and mint.
Sobha Singh Kanhaiya controlled the southern part, and Gujjar Singh Bhangi
the eastern part of the town up to Baghbanpura and Shalimar Gardens.

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