1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type A; Yerevan) 1052-1053 (1643) front 1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type A; Yerevan) 1052-1053 (1643) back
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1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi Type A; Yerevan

 
Silver 7.68 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Abbas II (1642-1666)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1052-1053 (1643)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
4 Shahi
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.68 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62429
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمّد رسول الله
علی ولی الله

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abbas II Safavi, who was the Shah of Iran from 1642 until his death in 1666. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of Iran. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 7.68 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.