Rupee - Nader Afshar (Type D; Kābol) 1159 (1746) front Rupee - Nader Afshar (Type D; Kābol) 1159 (1746) back
Rupee - Nader Afshar (Type D; Kābol) 1159 (1746) photo
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Rupee - Nader Afshar Type D; Kābol

1159 (1746) year
Silver 11.33 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Iran
Shah
Nader Shah Afshar (1736-1747)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1159 (1746)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
10 Shahi
Currency
Shahi (1501-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.33 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1747
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61468
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

"khallad Allah mulkahu zarb dar-ul-mulk Kabul sanat 1159" (may Allah perpetuate his kingdom struck at the seat of the kingdom Kabul year 1159)

Lettering:
خلد الله ملکه
ضرب دارالملک کابل
۱۱٥۹

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Nader Afshar (Type D; Kābol) 1159 (1746) Rupee coin from Iran, made of Silver and weighing 11.33g, features a unique blend of Islamic and Persian architectural elements on its reverse side. The coin's design includes intricate floral patterns, Arabic calligraphy, and an image of the Imam Mosque in Isfahan, which was built during the Safavid dynasty. This blend of architectural styles reflects the rich cultural heritage of Iran and the influence of Islamic art and architecture on the country's coinage during that time period.