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1 Shahi - Isma'il I Safavi Hizan ND
| Silver | 9.21 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Ismail I (1502-1525) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1502-1525 |
| Value | 1 Shahi |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.21 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1524 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#60978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Central square formed by four Ali, other eight imam names surrounding.
Script: Persian
Lettering:
ضرب خراسان
علی حسن حسین علی محمد جعفر موسی علی محمد علی حسن محمد
Translation: ja'far musi / muhammad hasan / muhammad hasan / muhammad hussein.
Edge
Plain
Comment
First silver standard, AH907-923Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shahi - Isma'il I Safavi (Hizan) ND (1502-1525) coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian design elements. The coin's obverse side features a calligraphic inscription of the name of the ruler, Isma'il I Safavi, in a stylized Persian script, while the reverse side features a depiction of a lion, a symbol of power and strength in Persian culture, surrounded by intricate floral patterns. This blend of Islamic and Persian influences reflects the cultural and artistic exchange that occurred during the Safavid dynasty, which was known for its rich artistic and literary heritage.
