½ Buqshah 1382 (1963) front ½ Buqshah 1382 (1963) back
½ Buqshah 1382 (1963) photo
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½ Buqshah

1382 (1963) year
Copper-aluminium (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%) 2.33 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
North Yemen
Period
Yemen Arab Republic (1962-1990)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1382 (1963)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Buqsha (1⁄80)
Currency
Rial (1918-1974)
Composition
Copper-aluminium (Copper 92%, Aluminium 8%)
Weight
2.33 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#11721
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Leafy branch within wreath and date below

Script: Arabic

Lettering: ١٣٨۲ - ۱۹٦٣

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1963 North Yemen ½ Buqshah coin was the first coin to feature the country's new emblem, which was adopted after the country gained independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1918. The emblem features a golden eagle with outstretched wings, holding a shield with the national flag in the center. This design was meant to symbolize the country's strength, freedom, and unity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1382 (1963)  10000000 - - - - - -

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