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| Issuer | Afghanistan |
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| Year | 1952-1955 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse description | Central field features a circular medallion containing the denomination and date inscribed in Arabic script, surrounded by an ornamental border. A bold Arabic legend encircles the medallion, reading the country name 'Afghanistan' at the top and the royal name and title 'Mohammed Zahir Shah, trusting in God' around the lower arc. The overall design is executed in a traditional Islamic calligraphic style with no figurative elements. |
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| Obverse script | Arabic |
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| Reverse description | The Afghan national coat of arms occupies the central field, depicting the mihrab (prayer niche) and pulpit of a mosque flanked by two national flags, all enclosed within a wreath of wheat ears tied at the base. The Solar year date appears within the lower portion of the arms. A fine beaded border runs along the inner rim of the coin. |
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