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© Yurek70
1 Paisa - Habibullah
| Brass (Copper) | 4.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Habibullah Khan (1901-1919) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1329-1332 (1911-1914) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Brass (Copper) |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Mosque within 8-pointed star
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Paisa coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Habibullah (1911-1914), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Al-Sultanu al-Afghani" (Afghan Sultanate) in Arabic, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and year of minting in Persian. This blend of Islamic and Western design elements reflects the country's rich cultural heritage and its position at the crossroads of different civilizations.
