¼ Anna - Taimur (KM#8 Countermarked) 1312 (1913) front ¼ Anna - Taimur (KM#8 Countermarked) 1312 (1913) back
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¼ Anna - Taimur KM#8 Countermarked

1312 (1913) year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Muscat and Oman
Sultan
Taimur bin Feisal (1913-1932)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1312 (1913)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Anna (1⁄64)
Currency
Indian rupee (1891-1959)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Countermarked
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#104276
Rarity index
79%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Anna - Taimur (KM#8 Countermarked) 1312 (1913) coin from Muscat and Oman is that it features a unique countermark, which is a small stamp or marking that was added to the coin after it was minted. This countermark is a crescent moon and star, which is a common symbol in Islamic culture and indicates that the coin was issued under the authority of the Sultan of Muscat and Oman. The countermark was applied to the coin to verify its authenticity and to indicate that it was legitimate currency in the region. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting to collectors and historians, as it provides a glimpse into the monetary systems and trade practices of the time.