© arslan ahmed
© arslan ahmed
½ Rupee - Amanullah
1298 (1919) year| Silver (.500) | 4.75 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amanullah Khan (1919-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1298 (1919) |
| Calendar | Iranian - Persian |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 4.75 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152885 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Mosque with eight pointed star above crossed swords within a wreath.
Script: Arabic
Comment
Two varieties are knownInteresting fact
The ½ Rupee coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1919 during the reign of Amanullah Khan, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Amanullah 1298" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned lion, a common motif in Western heraldry, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This blending of cultural styles reflects the country's rich history as a crossroads of civilizations.
