2½ Rupees - Amanullah 1298-1303 (1919-1924) front 2½ Rupees - Amanullah 1298-1303 (1919-1924) back
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2½ Rupees - Amanullah

 
Silver (.900) 22.92 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan)
Emir
Amanullah Khan (1919-1926)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1298-1303 (1919-1924)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
2½ Rupees (2.5)
Currency
Afghan Rupee (1891-1925)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
22.92 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36964
Rarity index
59%

Reverse

Denomination above emblem of the Emirate of Afghanistan

Script: Arabic

Lettering: دو نيم روپيه

Translation: Two and a half Rupees

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 2½ Rupees coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during Amanullah's reign (1919-1924), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western design elements. The obverse side bears the inscription "Amanullah" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and mint year in Persian. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin produced during Amanullah's reign, and its unique design reflects the cultural and historical significance of Afghanistan during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1299 (1920)  - - - - - -
1300 (1921)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Rupees - Amanullah 1298-1303 (1919-1924) coin.