1 Abbasi - Safi I Safavi (Type C; Yerevan) 1050-1052 (1641-1643) front 1 Abbasi - Safi I Safavi (Type C; Yerevan) 1050-1052 (1641-1643) back
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1 Abbasi - Safi I Safavi Type C; Yerevan

 
Silver 7.68 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Safi I (1629-1666)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1050-1052 (1641-1643)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
4 Shahi
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.68 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62434
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمد 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 I, who was the Shah of Iran from 1588 to 1629. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize Iran's economy and government. The coin's design reflects the influence of European art and culture on Iranian coinage during this time period.