1 Minaltun - Agha Muhammad Khan Type E*; Ganja
1207 (1793) year| Silver | 11.23 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1207 (1793) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Minaltun = 5 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.23 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below and cartouche above surrounded by blank space.
Lettering:
ضرب گنجه
١٢٠۷
Translation:
zarb ganja / 1207
Minted in Ganja / 1207
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 existed in the Caucasus region in the late 18th century. Despite its brief existence, the Ganja Khanate played an important role in the region's history and was known for its cultural and economic achievements. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 11.23 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
