1 Muhammadi - Mohammad I Type B; Tabriz
987 (1579) year| Silver | 4.65 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Mohammad I Khodabanda (1578-1587) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 987 (1579) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Shahi |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.65 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Shi'a profession of faith in central circle, names of the Imams around the outside
Lettering:
لا اله الا الله محمد رسول الله علي ولي الله
علي حسن حسين علي محمد جعفر موسى علي محمد علي حسن محمد
Translation: There is no god but God, Muhammad is the Messenger of God, Ali is the Viceregent of God. Ali, Hasan, Husayn, Ali, Muhammad, Ja’far, Musa, Ali, Muhammad, Ali, Hasan, Muhammad.
Interesting fact
The 1 Muhammadi coin from Iran, which features Mohammad I (Type B; Tabriz) and was minted in 987 (1579), is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a calligraphic inscription of the name "Mohammad" in a stylized font, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a lion, which was a symbol of the Safavid dynasty that ruled Iran at the time. The use of a lion on the coin was a departure from the traditional Islamic prohibition on depicting living creatures, and it reflects the influence of European art and culture on Safavid coinage during this period.
