Description
• Empire: Safavid Persia (modern Iran)
• Denomination: 4 Shahi
• Date Range: 1718–1722 (final years of Safavid rule)
• Metal: Silver
• Weight: Usually ~4–5 grams (varies by mint)
• Shape: Hand-struck, irregular flan
• Edge: Irregular (hammered coin)
🏛 Design Details
Safavid coins typically feature:
• Islamic calligraphy (no portraits)
• Shah’s name and titles
• Mint name and Islamic (Hijri) date
• Religious inscriptions
These coins were hand-struck, so alignment and centering vary widely.
📊 Grade on Your Slab
• Grading Company: MEGA (Middle East Grading Alliance)
• Grade: F Details
• Fine details visible
• Surface issues noted (likely cleaning, corrosion, or strike weakness)
“Details” grade means the coin has a problem that prevents a straight numeric grade.
💰 Approximate Market Value (2026)
• With details issues: $40 – $100 USD
• Cleaner problem-free examples: $120 – $250+ USD
• Rare mint varieties can go higher
📌 These coins are historically important because they were struck shortly before the fall of the Safavid dynasty in 1722.