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House of Emirates is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this majestic piece of Afghan History. It will make an incredible gift for someone special.
1 Silver Rupee for the Emir of Afghanistan, Habibullah Khan, 1332 AH / 1913 AD
Composition: Silver
Weight: 9.2 g
Diameter: 25 mm
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Habibullah Khan (1872–1919) was the Amir of Afghanistan from 1901 to 1919. He succeeded his father, AbdulRahman Khan, and played a significant role in modernizing Afghanistan while maintaining its independence. His reign is often remembered for the following key aspects:
1. Efforts at Modernization
Habibullah Khan was interested in reforming Afghanistan and introducing modern ideas and technology. He encouraged education, opened the first modern school in Kabul, and supported the translation of scientific works into Pashto and Persian.
2. Neutrality in World War I
During World War I, he maintained Afghanistan’s neutrality, despite pressures from both the British and the Central Powers. His decision helped preserve Afghanistan’s independence but caused friction with some factions within his country who sought greater resistance to British influence.
3. Relations with British India
As part of his strategy to maintain independence, he continued his father’s policy of balancing relations with British India. He upheld the terms of the 1905 Anglo-Afghan Treaty, which ensured British subsidies in exchange for Afghanistan ceding control over its foreign policy.
4. Assassination
Habibullah Khan was assassinated in 1919 during a hunting trip. His death led to a power struggle, and his son Amanullah Khan eventually became the Amir, launching the Third Anglo-Afghan War and securing full independence for Afghanistan.
Habibullah Khan is regarded as a transitional ruler who attempted to modernize Afghanistan while navigating the complexities of great power politics in the early 20th century.