© Arusak
© Arusak
½ Rupee - Dost Muhammad Ahmadshahi
| Silver | 5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Dost Mohammad Khan (1826-1839, 1843-1863) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1272-1273 (1856-1857) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#148663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Afghanistan. The country was in the midst of a civil war, and the coin's minting was likely a way for the government to assert its authority and establish a sense of stability in the face of political upheaval. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of Afghanistan's numismatic history.
