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Mohur Ashrafi - Shahrukh Afshar Type E; Mashhad
1186 (1773) year| Gold | 10.92 g | 20.1 mm |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Shahrokh Shah (1755-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1186 (1773) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Mohur (160) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.92 g |
| Diameter | 20.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1796 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mashhad mint
Lettering: ضرب مشهد مقدس
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mohur Ashrafi - Shahrukh Afshar (Type E; Mashhad) 1186 (1773) gold coin from Iran is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian architectural elements on its reverse side. The coin's design includes intricate patterns and calligraphy, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Safavid dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1501 to 1736. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Shahrukh Afshar, the ruler of the Afsharid dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1736 to 1796. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Islamic numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
