The Sikh Empire began minting its own coins in 1801, during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Silver was the primary metal used for minting Sikh coins, although gold and copper coins were also issued.

The most common denomination of Sikh coins was 1 Rupee, followed by 1/2 Rupee and 1/4 Rupee.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh issued the first gold coins of the Sikh Empire in 1818.

Gurmukhi was the primary language used for inscriptions on Sikh coins, although Persian and Arabic were also used.

The 1 Rupee coin issued by Maharaja Ranjit Singh featured the image of a lion on one side and his name and titles on the other side.

The Sikh coins issued during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh had multiple significances, including symbolizing economic prosperity, promoting trade, and representing Sikh sovereignty.

Maharaja Sher Singh issued coins with the inscription 'Sat Sri Akal', which means 'True is the Eternal Lord' in Gurmukhi.

The weight standard used for minting Sikh coins was the Tola, which was equivalent to 180 grains or 11.66 grams.

The 1/2 Rupee coin issued by Maharaja Ranjit Singh featured the image of a Sikh warrior on horseback.

The Sikh coin that was equivalent to 1/16 of a Rupee was called Dam.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh issued coins with the inscription 'Degh Tegh Fateh', which means 'Victory to the Cooking Pot and the Sword' in Punjabi.

The Sikh coin that was equivalent to 1/4 of a Rupee was called Paisa.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh issued coins with the inscription 'Gobind Singh Ji', the tenth Sikh Guru.