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1 Tilla - Abdur Rahman Date reverse
| Gold (.900) | 4.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abdur Rahman Khan (1880-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1314-1316 (1897-1899) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tilla (10) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Mosque with crossed swords below, within wreath. Date below mosque divided by ribbon of wreath.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abdur Rahman Khan, who was the Emir of Afghanistan from 1880 to 1901. He was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, and the minting of this coin may have been part of those efforts. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 4.6 grams suggests that it may have been a valuable and significant coin in its time.
