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1 Rupee - Dost Muhammad Kabul
| Silver | 9.7 g | 23.8 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Dost Mohammad Khan (1826-1839, 1843-1863) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1250-1255 (1834-1839) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 23.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#335710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mint and date.
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Dost Muhammad (1834-1839) features a unique blend of Islamic calligraphy and Hindu-Arabic numerals, reflecting the cultural diversity of the region.
