Heavy Ashrafi - Esmail I Safavi 907-929 (1501-1523) front Heavy Ashrafi - Esmail I Safavi 907-929 (1501-1523) back
Heavy Ashrafi - Esmail I Safavi 907-929 (1501-1523) photo
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Heavy Ashrafi - Esmail I Safavi

 
Gold 4.70 g -
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Ismail I (1502-1525)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
907-929 (1501-1523)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Ashrafi (48)
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.70 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#412619
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The titles of Isma'il Safavi around.
The name of Isma'il, mint and date in the center.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
ابوالمظفر شاه اسمعیل
ضرب یزد

Edge

Plain

Comment

Early 72 grain Ashrafi.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Heavy Ashrafi - Esmail I Safavi coin is that it was issued during a time of significant cultural and artistic achievement in Iran, known as the Safavid dynasty. This period saw the development of intricate metalwork, textiles, and architecture, and the coin's design likely reflects this artistic influence.