© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
½ Rupee - Habibullah
1335 (1917) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Habibullah Khan (1901-1919) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1335 (1917) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#434552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
8 pointed star with mosque inside; star of Solomon below
Script: Arabic
Comment
Hamidi-15G, star of Solomon below the mosque, which distinguishes it from the relatively available type KM-852 (Hamidi-15F); photo example is the same piece illustrated by Hakim Hamidi and in the KM catalog, part of a mount still attached; one of the rarest coins of modern Afghanistan
Interesting fact
The ½ Rupee coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1917 during the reign of Habibullah Khan, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a common practice in the early 20th century. The use of silver in coinage was not only a symbol of value but also a way to showcase the wealth and prosperity of the country. The fact that this coin was minted during a time of political and social change in Afghanistan, makes it an even more unique and valuable collector's item.
