1 Minaltun - Agha Muhammad Khan Type D2; Ganja ND
| Silver | 11.45 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1794-1799 |
| Value | 1 Minaltun = 5 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.45 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below and cartouche above surrounded by blank space, all within dotted border.
Lettering:
يا محمد
ضرب گنجه
[...]
Translation:
ya muhamad / zarb ganja / [...]
Oh, Muhammad / Minted in Ganja / [...]
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.The date needs confirmation; while one documentation states these were minted in 1202, the coins of this ruler should have only started after 1206 (and after the second D types, which started in 1207). A 1209 would make sense as there is a break in continuity of the years of the E types.
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 khanate that was established in the 18th 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 designs, showcasing the artistic skills of the time.