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Rupee In the name of Isma'il III Safavi; Type A; Raŝt
| Silver | 11.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Northern Provinces (Iranian States) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Mohammad Hasan Khan (1750-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1168-1171 (1755-1758) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee (10) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
لا اله الا الله
محـــــمّد
رسول الله علی و
لی لله
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Ismail III Safavi, who was the ruler of the Safavid Empire in Iran from 1755 to 1758. The coin features the name of the ruler in the Persian language and is made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage during that time period. Additionally, the coin's design includes a unique combination of Islamic calligraphy and imagery, which reflects the cultural and religious influences of the region where it was minted.
