Zanzibar 1882 One Pysa-Barghash Copper Coin #R84

ISSUER Zanzibar (Tanzania) 

SULTAN Barghash bin Said (1870-1888)

TYPE Standard circulation coin

YEAR 1299 (1882)

CALENDAR Islamic (Hijri)

VALUE 1 Pysa (1⁄136 ZZY)

CURRENCY Ryal (1882-1908)

COMPOSITION Copper

WEIGHT 6.5 g

DIAMETER 25 mm

THICKNESS 1.5 mm

SHAPE Round

TECHNIQUE Milled

ORIENTATION Coin alignment ↑↓

DEMONETIZED Yes

NUMBER N# 4347

REFERENCES KM# 1

Step back in time with the Zanzibar 1882 One Pysa-Barghash Copper Coin, a fascinating piece of history that encapsulates the rich heritage of Zanzibar under the reign of Sultan Barghash bin Said. Minted in 1882, this standard circulation coin holds a denomination of 1 Pysa within the Islamic calendar. Crafted from copper, it weighs 6.5g and features a milled design on its round shape with a diameter of 25mm and a thickness of 1.5mm. With a coin alignment of ↑↓, this piece bears the reference N# 4347 and is cataloged under KM# 1. Although demonetized, its numismatic value is immeasurable, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts alike for its historical significance and rarity. Every detail, from its intricate design to its provenance, makes this coin a prized addition to any collection, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of numismatic artistry.