© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Qiran - Muhammad Ya'qub Herat
| Silver | 4.49 g |
| Issuer | Province of Herat (Herat, Afghan States) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Mohammad Yaqub Khan (1863-1874) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1296-1298 (1879-1881) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.49 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#380013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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Interesting fact
The 1 Qiran coin from the Province of Herat, made of silver and weighing 4.49g, is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Muhammad Ya'qub, who was the ruler of the Herat region in Afghanistan from 1879 to 1881. This coin is a rare example of a standard circulation coin from that time period and region, and its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
