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20 Pul - Amanullah
1304 (1925-1926) years| Billon | 2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amanullah Khan (1919-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1304 (1925-1926) |
| Calendar | Iranian - Persian |
| Value | 20 Puls (پول) (0.20 AFA) |
| Currency | First afghani (1925-2003) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Denomination within inner circle, spray below.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ٢٠
Translation: 20
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
The 20 Pul coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during Amanullah's reign (1925-1926), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Amanullah 1304" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and the country's name in Pashto and Dari languages. This coin is a rare example of a billon coin, made from a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and weighs 2 grams. Its unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of Afghanistan and Islamic coinage.
