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1 Paisa - Abdur Rahman
1309 (1892) year| Bronze | 4.31 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abdur Rahman Khan (1880-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1309 (1892) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.31 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#147246 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Emblem of Afghanistan (mosque with pulpit and flags), inscription, date and wreath below.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Comment
Four subtypes of paisa exist for year AH1309, which can be differentiated by their size:KM#800 - 24-25 mm
KM#801.1 - 20-20.5 mm, thin (weight about 4.4 g.)
KM#801.2 - 20-20.5 mm, thick (weight about 5.3 g.)
KM#802 - 21-21.5 mm (see link)
The following data and images show thickness/weight differences for KM#801.1 (left) and KM#801.2 (right):
................... #801.1........ #801.2
Weight........ 4.38 gr. ...... 5.52 gr.
Thickness .... 1.6 mm .... 1.7 mm
Diameter..... 20.1 mm ... 20.3 mm
