½ Heavy Ashrafi - Abbas I Safavi ND (1588-1629) front ½ Heavy Ashrafi - Abbas I Safavi ND (1588-1629) back
½ Heavy Ashrafi - Abbas I Safavi ND (1588-1629) photo
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½ Heavy Ashrafi - Abbas I Safavi ND

 
Gold 1.90 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Abbas I the Great (1588-1629)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1588-1629
Value
½ Ashrafi (24)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.90 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
January 1629
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#412622
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Persian (nastaliq)

Lettering:
بنده شاه ولایت عبّاس
ضرب اردو

Lettering (regular font):
بنده شاه ولایت عبّاس
ضرب اردو

Edge

Plain

Comment

Ordu, Battle field mint

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Heavy Ashrafi - Abbas I Safavi ND (1588-1629) coin from Iran is that it was minted during the reign of Abbas I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.