Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Širâz) 1173-1178 (1760-1765) front Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Širâz) 1173-1178 (1760-1765) back
Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand (Type C; Širâz) 1173-1178 (1760-1765) photo
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Abbasi - Karim Khan Zand Type C; Širâz

 
Silver 4.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Protector
Karim Khan (1751-1779)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1173-1178 (1760-1765)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Abbasi (4)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62052
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Lettering:
شد آفتاب و ماه زر و سیم در جهان
از سکه امام بحق صاحب الزمان

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Karim Khan Zand, who was the founder of the Zand dynasty and ruled Iran from 1750 to 1779. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and culture. The coin's design and silver content also reflect the cultural and economic influences of the time.