1 Minaltun - Agha Muhammad Khan Type D2*; Ganja
1214 (1800) year| Silver | 12.01 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1214 (1800) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Minaltun = 5 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.01 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below surrounded by blank space, all within dotted border.
Lettering:
ضرب گنجه
١٢۱۴
Translation:
zarb ganja / 12
Minted in Ganja / 12
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.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Agha Muhammad Khan, who was the founder of the Ganja Khanate, a short-lived khanate that was established in the early 19th century in the South Caucasus region. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Agha Muhammad Khan, Khan of Ganja" and is decorated with intricate floral patterns. Despite its age, the coin remains in relatively good condition, with a weight of 12.01 grams and a diameter of 25.5 millimeters. Its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the Caucasian region.
