1 Rupee - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) front 1 Rupee - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) back
1 Rupee - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) photo
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1 Rupee - Amanullah

 
Silver (.900) 9.06 g 25.12 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan)
Emir
Amanullah Khan (1919-1926)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1298-1299 (1919-1920)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Afghan Rupee (1891-1925)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
9.06 g
Diameter
25.12 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#75953
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Mosque within 8-pointed star, wreath surrounds.

Script: Arabic

Lettering: يڪ روپيه

Translation: One Rupee

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Afghanistan. The Emirate of Afghanistan was established in 1919, and Amanullah Khan, the ruler at the time, introduced a number of modernizing reforms, including the adoption of a new currency. This coin, bearing Amanullah's name and dated 1298-1299 (1919-1920), represents a significant moment in Afghanistan's history as the country transitioned from a traditional Islamic state to a modern, secular nation.