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20 Paisa - Habibullah
1320 (1903) year| Silver (.500) | 3.11 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Habibullah Khan (1901-1919) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1320 (1903) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Paisa (⅓) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Mosque above crossed cannons and swords, wreath surrounds
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The 20 Paisa coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1903 during the reign of Habibullah Khan, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Habibullah 1320" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, symbolizing the country's Islamic heritage. At the same time, the coin's silver content and weight (3.11g) reflect the Western influence on the region's currency during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This blending of cultural and artistic traditions makes the 20 Paisa coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
