Obverse © pavle chumburidze
Obverse © pavle chumburidze
½ Bisti anonymous Sun without face
| Copper | 7.44 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Georgia › Kingdom of Kartli (1490-1762) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1090-1091 (1679-1680) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Bisti (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Abazi (-1801) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.44 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#174006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lettering:
تفليس
فليس
ضرب
Translation:
Tiflis
Fulus
Struck
Edge
Hammered
Comment
Note: reverse formula " Year-darb-Fulus -fi-Tiflis" Usually is not completely visible because of various sizes of dies .Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "sun without face" design on one side, which was a common motif in Georgian coinage during the 17th century. This design element was used to symbolize the sun god, who was an important deity in the pre-Christian religion of the region. The use of this symbol on the coin highlights the rich cultural heritage and history of Georgia, and it's a fascinating example of how art and religion can be combined in numismatics.
