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2 Dinars - temp. Amir Khusraw independent of the Timurid empire
| Copper | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Qunduz (Greater Iran) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amīr Khusro (1497-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 902-910 (1497-1505) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Dinars |
| Currency | Dinar (1497-1505) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#72673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Zarb do dinar Qunduz within quatrefoil
Comment
Amir Khusraw Shah, a governor in Qunduz under the Timurids, proclaimed his autonomy in AH902 (1497AD) and ruled independently as Amir of Qunduz until AH910 (1505AD). Most of his coins are denominated 2 (Persian "do") Dinars. They are frequently found countermarked with a devaluation to one ("lek") Dinar. The coins all feature a deer or antelope on the obverse.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Amir Khusraw, who was a powerful military leader and poet in the Timurid Empire. Despite being part of the Timurid Empire, the coin was issued independently by the Emirate of Qunduz, which was a regional state in Greater Iran. This highlights the diversity and complexity of the political landscape in the region during that time. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of copper and weighed 10g suggests that it was a widely used and practical currency for everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 902 (1497) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dinars - temp. Amir Khusraw (independent of the Timurid empire) 902-910 (1497-1505) coin.