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Pysa - Barghash
1304 (1886) year| Copper | 5.7 g | 26.13 mm |
| Issuer | Zanzibar (Tanzania) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Barghash bin Said (1870-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1304 (1886) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Pysa (1⁄136 ZZY) |
| Currency | Ryal (1882-1908) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Diameter | 26.13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#15176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
A pair of scales above '1304' in Arabic.
This design was used as the source design for the AH1306 (1888) 1 Pice coins from Mombasa.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ١٣٠٤
Translation: 1304
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pysa - Barghash 1304 (1886) coin from Zanzibar (Tanzania) was used as a form of currency during the reign of Sultan Barghash bin Thuwaini, who ruled Zanzibar from 1870 to 1888. The coin was made of copper and weighed 5.7 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its relatively small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of Zanzibar during the late 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1304 (1886) | 18680000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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