1 Abbasi - Abbas III Safavi (Type A; Esfāhān) 1145-1148 (1733-1736) front 1 Abbasi - Abbas III Safavi (Type A; Esfāhān) 1145-1148 (1733-1736) back
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1 Abbasi - Abbas III Safavi Type A; Esfāhān

 
Silver 5.38 g 28.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Abbas III (1732-1736)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1145-1148 (1733-1736)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
4 Shahi
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.38 g
Diameter
28.0 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1735
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61140
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Persian

Lettering:
لا اله الا الله محمّد رسول الله علی ولی الله
علی حسن حسین علی محمد جعفر موسی علی محمد علی حسن محمد

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abbas III Safavi, who was the last king of the Safavid dynasty, which was a powerful Iranian dynasty that ruled Iran from 1501 to 1736. The coin's design reflects the cultural and artistic achievements of the Safavid era, which was known for its intricate calligraphy, ornate architecture, and beautiful textiles.