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1 Paisa - Habibullah
1336 (1918) year| Brass (bronze or brass) | 3.00 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Habibullah Khan (1901-1919) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1336 (1918) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Brass (bronze or brass) |
| Weight | 3.00 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#103414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Temple inside circle.
Comment
Thin flan. Thick flan- km#854 have weight about 4.6 grammsInteresting fact
The 1 Paisa coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1918, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Habibullah 1336" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and year of minting in Persian script. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines elements of both Islamic and Western design, reflecting the cultural diversity of Afghanistan during that time period.