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1 Rupee - Zaman Shah Peshawar
| Silver | 10.50 g | 23.27 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Zaman Shah (1793-1801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1211-1215 (1797-1801) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.50 g |
| Diameter | 23.27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
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Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Zaman Shah (1797-1801) in Peshawar, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material for coinage at the time. This coin was also relatively lightweight, weighing only 10.50 grams, making it easy to handle and transport. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin suggests that it was widely used in everyday transactions, making it a piece of history that was closely tied to the daily lives of people in Afghanistan during that time period.
