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1 Rupee - Amanullah
| Silver (.900) | 9.25 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amanullah Khan (1919-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1299-1303 (1920-1924) |
| Calendar | Iranian - Persian |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 9.25 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#88336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Mosque within 7-pointed star, wreath surrounds
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Afghanistan. Amanullah Khan, who ruled from 1919 to 1929, was a reformist king who sought to modernize Afghanistan and bring it into the modern era. He introduced many new policies and reforms, including the adoption of a new currency, the Afghani, which replaced the rupee as the official currency of Afghanistan. Despite these efforts, Amanullah's reign was marked by political instability and conflict, and he was eventually overthrown in 1929. This coin, minted during his reign, is a tangible reminder of a pivotal moment in Afghanistan's history.
