Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki (Type B; Esfāhān) 1135-1136 (1723-1724) front Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki (Type B; Esfāhān) 1135-1136 (1723-1724) back
Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki (Type B; Esfāhān) 1135-1136 (1723-1724) photo
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Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki Type B; Esfāhān

 
Gold 3.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Hotak dynasty (Iranian States)
Ruling authority
Mahmud (1722-1725)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1135-1136 (1723-1724)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Ashrafi (48)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.45 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1724
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61776
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محمد رسول الله
۱۱۳۶

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki (Type B; Esfāhān) coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in Iran. The Hotak dynasty, which was established by Mirwais Hotak, a Pashtun commander, in 1709, was known for its military campaigns and political instability. Despite this, the coinage issued during this period, including the Ashrafi - Mahmud Hotaki coin, is considered to be of high quality and aesthetic value, reflecting the cultural and artistic achievements of the time.