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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Abbasi Type D; in the name of Karim Khan Zand
| Silver | 3.12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ganja Khanate (Caucasian Khanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1189-1190 (1775-1776) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Abbasi |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arabic legend with date below in cartouche surrounded by decorative border.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
يا كريم
ضرب گنجه
١١٨۹
Translation:
ya karim / zarb ganja / 1189
Oh, Karim / Minted in Ganja / 1189
Edge
Plain.
Comment
This type is based on the fourth Persian coin standard, with 1 Abbasi equal to 6 Shahi. The second standard went from 1188 (1774) to 1199 (1785), and the weights are typically between 2.9 to 3.3 grams.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 over a large portion of modern-day Iran and the Caucasus region. The coin features an inscription in the name of Karim Khan Zand, which indicates that it was minted during his reign. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Ganja Khanate and the Caucasian Khanates during this time period.
