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Safavid Empire 4 Shahi Silver Coin 1718 140 AED

Name: Safavid Empire 4 Shahi Silver Coin 1718 140 AED
Price: 140 AED
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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 4th March 2026

Description

Basic Information
• Empire: Safavid Empire
• Denomination: 4 Shahi
• Date: AD 1718–1722
• Ruler: Shah Sultan Husayn
• Metal: Silver
• Region: Persia (modern Iran)
• Shape: Round hammered coin

Historical Background

This coin comes from the final years of the Safavid Empire, one of the most influential Persian dynasties (1501–1736).

During the reign of Shah Sultan Husayn, the empire weakened politically and militarily. Shortly after these coins were minted, the Safavid capital Isfahan fell during the 1722 Afghan invasion, marking the collapse of Safavid rule.

Design Features

Safavid coins usually contain calligraphic inscriptions instead of images.

Typical elements include:

Obverse
• Name of the ruler
• Religious titles or Islamic phrases

Reverse
• Mint name or city
• Date in the Islamic Hijri calendar
• Decorative dotted border around the edge

Your Coin’s Grade

According to the slab:
• Grade: VF Details (Very Fine Details)
• Metal: Silver

Meaning:
• Moderate wear but inscriptions still visible
• “Details” suggests surface issues such as cleaning, scratches, or environmental effects.

Typical Specifications
• Weight: ~4–5 grams (varies by mint)
• Diameter: ~20–24 mm
• Production: Hammered minting method

Collector Value

Approximate value:
• VF Details: about $50 – $150 USD
• Higher quality or rare mint versions can reach $200–$400+

Coins from the late Safavid period are popular with collectors of Islamic and Persian numismatics.

Interesting Fact

Safavid coinage helped spread Persian artistic calligraphy across Islamic coins, making them admired not only for history but also for beautiful script design.