© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
Puli - Bakar Peacock right
| Copper | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Georgia › Kingdom of Kartli (1490-1762) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Bakar (ბაქარი) (1716-1719) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1130-1131 (1718-1719) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Puli (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Abazi (-1801) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 1719 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Persian legend in circle, mint, date
Lettering: فلوس ضرب تفليس ١١٣٠
Translation:
1130
Struck in Tiflis
Fulus
Edge
Irregular hammered
Comment
Position of Georgian Letters on the obverse from left to right
Interesting fact
The Puli - Bakar coin features a peacock on the right side of the coin, which is a symbol of royalty and power in Georgian culture. In fact, the peacock was also a symbol of the Kingdom of Kartli, which was a powerful kingdom in eastern Georgia that existed from the 15th to the 18th century. The use of the peacock on this coin highlights the rich cultural heritage and history of Georgia and the Kingdom of Kartli.
