2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Tehrān) 1182-1186 (1769-1773) front 2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Tehrān) 1182-1186 (1769-1773) back
2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Tehrān) 1182-1186 (1769-1773) photo
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2 Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Tehrān

 
Silver 9.2 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1182-1186 (1769-1773)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Abbasi (8)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.2 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62077
Rarity index
97%

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 1750 to 1779. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and culture. The coin's design and silver content also reflect the cultural and economic influences of the time.