1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type B1; Ardabīl) 1054-1064 (1644-1654) front 1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type B1; Ardabīl) 1054-1064 (1644-1654) back
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1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi Type B1; Ardabīl

 
Silver 7.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Abbas II (1642-1666)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1054-1064 (1644-1654)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
4 Shahi
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.39 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62426
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

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

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, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and culture. This coin, which was minted during his reign, is a tangible representation of that time period and the efforts that were made to standardize the currency and promote trade and commerce.