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Mohur Ashrafi - Nader Afshar Type D; Mashhad
| Gold | 11.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Nader Shah Afshar (1736-1747) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1156-1157 (1743-1744) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (160) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 11.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering: ضرب مشهد مقدس
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mohur Ashrafi - Nader Afshar (Type D; Mashhad) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Nader Shah, who was a powerful military leader and statesman in Iran during the 18th century. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Iranian state. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and it is considered a valuable piece of Iranian numismatic history.
