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1 Mohur - Ahmad Shah Shāhjahānābād
| Gold (.9167) | 10.9 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Ahmad Shah (1747-1772) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1170-1174 (1757-1761) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (16) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#59448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The 1 Mohur coin from Afghanistan, issued during the reign of Ahmad Shah (Shāhjahānābād) from 1170-1174 (1757-1761), is interesting because it was made of gold (.9167) and weighed 10.9 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions during that time. It's fascinating to think about the stories this coin could tell, given its age and the history of the region.
