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1 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand Type B; Isfahan
| Silver | 4.70 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Protector | Karim Khan (1751-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1173-1176 (1760-1763) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 4 Shahi |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.70 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1779 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#195488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Persian
Lettering:
ضرب دارالسلطنه اصفهان
۱۱۷۶
Translation:
Struck in Isfahan
1176
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Karim Khan Zand, who was the founder of the Zand dynasty in Iran. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize the government, and this coin was minted as a way to promote his rule and legitimacy. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Karim Khan Zand, King of Kings, 1173-1176" and includes an image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Persia. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins that were minted.
