1 Mithqal - Muhammad Khodabanda Safavi (type B; Kashan) 989 (1581) front 1 Mithqal - Muhammad Khodabanda Safavi (type B; Kashan) 989 (1581) back
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1 Mithqal - Muhammad Khodabanda Safavi type B; Kashan

989 (1581) year
Gold 4.64 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Mohammad I Khodabanda (1578-1587)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
989 (1581)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Mithqal (48)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.64 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#290806
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمد رسول الله
علی ولی الله

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Mithqal - Muhammad Khodabanda Safavi (type B; Kashan) 989 (1581) gold coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian designs on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side features the name of the ruler, Muhammad Khodabanda Safavi, in Persian script, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Lion and Sun motif, which is a symbol of the Safavid dynasty. This blend of designs reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical and numismatic significance.