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½ Mithqal - Tahmasb I
976 (1569) year| Gold | 2.34 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Tahmasp (1525-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 976 (1569) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Mithqal (24) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.34 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#128884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Safavid, Tahmasp I, gold 1/2 mithqal (2.34g, 17mm). Ja'farabad 976, A-N2593Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Mithqal - Tahmasb I 976 (1569) coin from Iran is that it was issued during the reign of Tahmasp I, who was the second Safavid king and ruled from 1524 to 1576. This coin was part of a new currency system introduced by Tahmasp I to replace the old Mongolian currency, and it was used throughout his reign. The coin was made of gold and weighed 2.34 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
