© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
½ Rupee - Amanullah
1337 (1919) year| Silver | 4.65 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amanullah Khan (1919-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1337 (1919) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.65 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#434551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription above eight pointed star with mosque and crossed swords within a wreath
Script: Arabic
Interesting 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 1337" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a depiction of a mosque, symbolizing the country's Islamic heritage. At the same time, the coin's design also incorporates elements of Western-style numismatics, such as the use of a crowned effigy of Amanullah Khan and the inclusion of the coin's denomination in both Arabic and Latin scripts. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that has shaped Afghanistan's identity over time.
