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½ Shahi - Isma'il I Safavi Turbat ND
| Silver | 4.71 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Ismail I (1502-1525) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1502-1525 |
| Value | ½ Shahi |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.71 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1524 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#242730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Persian
Lettering: السلطان العادل الکامل الهادی الوالی ابوالمظفر شاه اسمعیل بهادر خان الصفوی خلد الله ملکه و سلطانه ضرب تربت
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Ismail I Safavi, who was the founder of the Safavid dynasty and is considered one of the most important figures in Iranian history. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to establish Shia Islam as the official religion of Iran. This coin, which was minted in the city of Turbat, is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during his reign.
