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½ Rupee - Wali Sher Ali Qandahar
1297 (1880) year| Silver | 5.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Sher Ali Khan (1863-1866, 1868-1879) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1297 (1880) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#271079 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Arabic numbers 1297
Script: Arabic
Lettering: 1297
Interesting fact
The ½ Rupee coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1880 during the reign of Wali Sher Ali, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used in coinage at that time. The use of silver in this coin reflects the wealth and prosperity of the Emirate during that period.
