1 Rupee - Sher Ali (Kabul) 1285-1287 (1869-1870) front 1 Rupee - Sher Ali (Kabul) 1285-1287 (1869-1870) back
1 Rupee - Sher Ali (Kabul) 1285-1287 (1869-1870) photo
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1 Rupee - Sher Ali Kabul

 
Silver 9.10 g 22.80 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan)
Emir
Sher Ali Khan (1863-1866, 1868-1879)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1285-1287 (1869-1870)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Local Rupees (1747-1891)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.10 g
Diameter
22.80 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#75408
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Sama zarb and value

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Sher Ali (1869-1870), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. This coin was also issued during a time of great change and political upheaval in Afghanistan, as the country was transitioning from a tribal society to a modern nation-state. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's design and production demonstrate the country's commitment to modernization and economic development.