© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
¼ Abbasi Type A; in the name of Nadir Shah, 1736-1747; Ganja
| Silver | 1.15 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1177-1181 (1755-1768) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below surrounded by blank space, all within dotted border.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
۱۱۷۷::
ضرب گنجه
Unabridged legend: 1177 / zarb ganja
Translation: 1177 / Minted in Ganja
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is based on the first Persian coin standard, with 1 Abbasi equal to 4 Shahi. The first standard went from the founding of the khanate to year 1181 (1768), and the weights are typically between 4.4 to 4.7 grams.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Nadir Shah, who was a powerful military leader and statesman who ruled Persia (now Iran) in the 18th century. He is known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize and centralize the Persian state. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and political influences of the time, and it is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.