¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kashan) 1178-1192 (1765-1778) front ¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kashan) 1178-1192 (1765-1778) back
¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kashan) 1178-1192 (1765-1778) photo
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¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Kashan

 
Gold 2.73 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1178-1192 (1765-1778)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Mohur (40)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.73 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1779
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61723
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
شد آفتاب و ماه زر و سیم در جهان
از سکه امام بحق صاحب الزمان

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kashan) coin from Iran is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the country. The reign of Karim Khan Zand (1750-1779) saw a flourishing of literature, music, and art, and many beautiful buildings and monuments were constructed during this period. The coin's design, which features intricate calligraphy and ornamentation, reflects the artistic sophistication of the time.