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1 Rupee - Ahmad Shah
| Silver | 11.20 g | - |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Ahmad Shah (1747-1772) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1176 (1761-1763) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.20 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Inscription
Script: Arabic
Comment
Weight varies between 11.2 and 11.4 g.Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Afghanistan, issued during the reign of Ahmad Shah (1174-1176 / 1761-1763), was made of silver and weighed 11.20 grams. This coin was part of a larger currency reform effort by Ahmad Shah, who introduced a new currency system based on the rupee, which replaced the previously used darham. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Ahmad Shah, King of Afghanistan" on one side, and the date of issue in the Islamic calendar on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.
