1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type B2; Qazvin) 1063-1065 (1653-1655) front 1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi (Type B2; Qazvin) 1063-1065 (1653-1655) back
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1 Abbasi - Abbas II Safavi Type B2; Qazvin

 
Silver 7.35 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Abbas II (1642-1666)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1063-1065 (1653-1655)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Abbasi (4)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.35 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#358562
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Mint name and date at lower left.

Script: Persian (nastaliq)

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 7.35 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.