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Shahi - Tahmasp I, Fourth Western Standard Host Coin, CM 'd
| Issuer | Safavid Mint |
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| Year | 1549 |
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| Value | 1 Shahi |
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| Obverse description | Hammered silver flan bearing the Shi'ia Kalima (Islamic declaration of faith in the Twelver Shi'a form) inscribed in Arabic script across the field. The legend is characteristic of Safavid coinage under Shah Tahmasp I, affirming the principal articles of Shi'a faith. The striking is irregular, typical of hand-hammered production, with portions of the inscription partially visible due to the off-center die application. The surface shows the patina and wear consistent with circulation use. |
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| Reverse description | A rectangular countermark applied to the reverse of this host coin, bearing the Arabic legend 'Adl (Justice) and the regnal year 956 AH. The countermark is deeply impressed within a recessed octagonal or rectangular cartouche, clearly distinguishable from the underlying host coin legends which are partially visible in the surrounding field. The Arabic script is bold and characteristic of Safavid administrative practice. The application of this countermark is consistent with the Fourth Western Standard revalidation practice under Tahmasp I. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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