3 Shahi / 15 Paisa - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) front 3 Shahi / 15 Paisa - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) back
3 Shahi / 15 Paisa - Amanullah 1298-1299 (1919-1920) photo
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3 Shahi / 15 Paisa - Amanullah

 
Copper 9.5 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan)
Emir
Amanullah Khan (1919-1926)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1298-1299 (1919-1920)
Calendar
Iranian - Persian
Value
3 Shahi (0.25)
Currency
Afghan Rupee (1891-1925)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
1.55 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#105990
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Mosque within an 8 pointed star surrounded by a circle of 10 stars

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 3 Shahi / 15 Paisa coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during Amanullah's reign (1919-1920), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Amanullah" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and the year of minting in both Islamic and Gregorian calendars. This coin is a rare example of a coin that showcases the blending of cultural and religious influences during a time of great change and political upheaval in Afghanistan's history.