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1 Ashrafi - Nader Afshar Type B; Shiraz
| Gold | 3.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Nader Shah Afshar (1736-1747) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1148-1149 (1736-1737) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Ashrafi (48) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.44 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1747 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#213628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
With the abjad equivalent of 1148, and the date 1148 in numerals below the reverse
Lettering:
الخیر فیما وقع
تاریخ جلوس میمنت مانوس
۱۱۴۸
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ashrafi - Nader Afshar (Type B; Shiraz) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Nader Shah, who was a powerful military leader and statesman in Iran during the 18th century. He was known for his military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and his efforts to modernize and centralize the Iranian government. The coin's design features an image of Nader Shah on horseback, with an inscription in Persian that reads "Nader Afshar, King of Kings." This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and its gold content makes it a valuable piece of numismatic history.
