1 Abbasi Type T3; in the name of Karim Khan Zand, 1751-1779; Ganja
| Silver | 2.54 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1205 (1786-1791) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below surrounded by blank space, all within dotted border.
Lettering:
يا كريم
ضرب گنجه
١٢٠٣
Translation:
ya karim / zarb ganja / 1203
Oh, Karim / Minted in Ganja / 1203
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is based on the fifth Persian coin standard, which is identical to the second standard only with a reduced weight, with 1 Abbasi equal to 5 Shahi. The fifth standard went from 1200 (1786) to 1206 (1792), and the weights are typically between 2.3 to 2.6 grams.These are known as the "Georgian types" because, after Georgia gained control of the Ganja Khanate, the style of the coins changed dramatically.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted 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 was known for his humility and fairness, and his coinage reflects this, with the 1 Abbasi coin featuring a simple and elegant design.
