¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Yazd) 1179-1193 (1766-1779) front ¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Yazd) 1179-1193 (1766-1779) back
¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Yazd) 1179-1193 (1766-1779) photo
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¼ Mohur Ashrafi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Yazd

 
Gold 2.74 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1179-1193 (1766-1779)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Mohur (40)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.74 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1779
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61283
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Yazd mint

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; Yazd) coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in Iran. The coin was minted during the reign of Karim Khan Zand, who was the ruler of the Zand dynasty, which was a period of political instability and conflict in Iran. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate designs and calligraphy that showcase the artistic and cultural achievements of the time.