3 Shahi / 15 Paisa - Amanullah
1337 (1919) year| Copper | - | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Amanullah Khan (1919-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1337 (1919) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 3 Shahi (0.25) |
| Currency | Afghan Rupee (1891-1925) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Mosque within 8-pointed star inside circle. Stars surround
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Comment
Size varies, three varieties knownInteresting fact
The 3 Shahi / 15 Paisa coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted in 1919 during the reign of Amanullah Khan, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Amanullah 1337" in Persian, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a mosque, along with the coin's denomination and the country's name in Pashto. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines traditional Islamic architecture with modern coinage design, reflecting the cultural and historical significance of Afghanistan during that time.
