1 Abbasi Type D; in the name of Karim Khan Zand, 1751-1779; Ganja
| Silver | 3.05 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1191-1198 (1777-1784) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.05 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date above in cartouche surrounded by blank space, all within dotted border.
Lettering:
١٩١١
يا كريم
ضرب گنجه
Translation:
1911 / ya karim / zarb ganja
1911 / Oh, Karim / Minted in Ganja
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is based on the fourth Persian coin standard, with 1 Abbasi equal to 6 Shahi. The second standard went from 1188 (1774) to 1199 (1785), and the weights are typically between 2.9 to 3.3 grams.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 and ruled over a large portion of modern-day Iran, Azerbaijan, and parts of Central Asia. Despite being a powerful ruler, Karim Khan Zand's reign was marked by political instability and conflicts with neighboring powers, which is reflected in the fact that this coin was issued in the name of the Ganja Khanate, rather than the Zand dynasty. This highlights the complex political landscape of the region during this time period.
