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½ Larin "Kuda" - Muhammad Mu'iz ud-din
1188 (1774) year| Copper | 1.86 g | 11.32 mm |
| Issuer | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Muhammad Mu'iz ud-din (1774-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1188 (1774) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Larin |
| Currency | Larin (1660-1947) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 11.32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.64 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#50923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Inscription and date
Lettering: ١١٨٨
Translation: 1188
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies: 1.50-2.60 gVarieties exist: Obverse and Reverse with/without borders of diamonds
Interesting fact
The ½ Larin "Kuda" coin from Maldives, minted in 1188 (1774), features a unique blend of Islamic and local design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Muhammad Mu'iz ud-din" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a coconut tree, which was a significant symbol of prosperity and livelihood in Maldivian culture. This blend of Islamic and local motifs reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Maldives and its history as a crossroads of trade and cultural exchange in the Indian Ocean.
