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1 Tenga - Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah Bukhara
| Silver | 2.95 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Bukhara |
|---|---|
| Emir | Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah (1860-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1277-1303 (1861-1886) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tenga |
| Currency | Tenga (1801-1920) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41942 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Inscription citing Emir Haidar, and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering: amir haidar marhum 'aqibat mahmud
Translation: Amir Haidar, the deceased may you always be praised
Edge
Plain
Comment
Note: Varieties exist. Weight varies 3.06-3.25 grams; Size varies. Dievarieties exist with and without date on reverse. Struck in the
name of late Emir Haydar. Prev. KM#63.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah, who was the Emir of Bukhara from 1861 to 1886. During his rule, he implemented many reforms, including the introduction of a new currency, which this coin was a part of. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.95 grams, which was a significant change from the previous currency that was used in the region. This coin was also unique in that it featured the name of the Emir in the Persian language, which was a departure from the traditional Arabic script that was commonly used on coins at the time.
