© سامعی (CC BY)
© سامعی (CC BY)
1 Ashrafi - Isma'il I Safavi ND
| Gold | 3.27 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Ismail I (1502-1525) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1503-1512 |
| Value | 1 Ashrafi (48) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.27 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1524 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمد رسول الله
علی ولی الله
Edge
Plain
Comment
style of mints in what is now southeastern TurkeyInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ashrafi - Isma'il I Safavi ND (1503-1512) coin from Iran is that it was minted during the reign of Ismail I, who was the founder of the Safavid dynasty and is considered one of the most important figures in Iranian history. Ismail I was known for his military conquests and his efforts to establish Shia Islam as the official religion of Iran, which had a profound impact on the country's culture and society. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.
