© Chiefa Coins
© Chiefa Coins
¼ Anna - Faisal "¼ ANNA" in 2 lines
1314 (1897) year| Copper | 6.60 g | 25.50 mm |
| Issuer | Muscat and Oman |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Faisal bin Turki (1888-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1314 (1897) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Anna (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Indian rupee (1891-1959) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.60 g |
| Diameter | 25.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#104110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Anna - Faisal coin from Muscat and Oman is that it was minted during a time of great change and modernization in the country. The coin was issued in 1897, which was just a few years after the country had opened its first modern port and began to adopt Western-style modernization. This coin represents a unique blend of traditional Islamic design and modern minting techniques, reflecting the country's efforts to embrace modernity while still maintaining its cultural heritage.
