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¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Qazvīn
| Gold | 2.68 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Protector | Karim Khan (1751-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1177-1182 (1764-1769) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Mohur (40) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1193 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
شد آفتاب و ماه زر و سیم در جهان
از سکه امام بحق صاحب زمان
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Qazvīn) coin is that it was issued during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in Iran, particularly in the field of calligraphy. The coin's inscriptions, which include the name of the ruler and the date of issue, are written in a beautiful and intricate style of calligraphy that was characteristic of the Qazvīn mint during this period. This coin is a testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of the Zand dynasty, which played an important role in the history of Iran.
