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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Rupee - Nader Shah/Shahrukh Afshar as Viceroy
| Silver | 11.50 g |
| Issuer | Iran |
|---|---|
| Shah | Nader Shah Afshar (1736-1747) Shahrokh Shah (1748-1749, 1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1152-1153 (1739-1741) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee (10) |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#214184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mint name and date.
Script: Persian
Lettering:
سکه یابد در هرات از شاهرخ نام و نشان
۱۱۵۳
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck by Sharukh Afshar as Viceroy of Herat, under authority of Nader Shah
Date location can change with year.
Example of AH1152:
© sekehzangi (CC BY-SA)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nader Shah, who was a powerful military leader and statesman in Iran during the 18th century. He was known for his military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and his efforts to modernize and centralize the Iranian government. This coin, which features Shahrukh Afshar as the Viceroy, was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Iran, and it reflects the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
