2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kermān) 1180-1189 (1767-1775) front 2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kermān) 1180-1189 (1767-1775) back
2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Kermān) 1180-1189 (1767-1775) photo
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2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Kermān

 
Silver 9.2 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1180-1189 (1767-1775)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Abbasi (8)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.2 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62080
Rarity index
94%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Karim Khan Zand, who was the founder of the Zand dynasty and ruled Iran from 1750 to 1779. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize the government, and this coin was likely used as a means of currency during his reign.