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Auction: 24126 - Spink Numismatic e-Circular 38: British and World Coins and Medals - e-Auction
Lot: 2519

Persia, Safavid Dynasty, Larins (4), with readable legends taken from original Persian coins attributed to Isma'il I (1501-1524), Tahmasp I (1524-1576) and possibly Isma'il II (1576-1578) (Album A2588, 2610, 2611; MWI 2293-7 for type), very fine to extremely fine, an interesting group (4)

Provenance

Barbara Mears Collection of Indian Coins


The earliest type of Larin were struck at various mints in southern Iran. They were used for trade in the Indian Ocean, especially Sri Lanka. The later examples in this lot may have been struck on flans with a single fold, and folded again later while in trade.

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Sold for
£170

Starting price
£140