2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Raŝt) 1180-1193 (1767-1779) front 2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Raŝt) 1180-1193 (1767-1779) back
2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Raŝt) 1180-1193 (1767-1779) photo
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2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Raŝt

 
Silver 9.09 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1180-1193 (1767-1779)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Abbasi (8)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.09 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#175139
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Lettering:
شد آفتاب و ماه زر و سیم در جهان
از سکه امام بحق صاحب الزمان

Edge

Plain

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 1767 to 1779. The Zand dynasty was known for its cultural and economic achievements, and this coin is a reflection of the advanced minting techniques and artistic skills of that time.