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¼ Qirsh - Abd al-Azīz Hejaz and Nejd and Dependencies
1348 (1930) year| Copper-nickel | 4.25 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Saudi Arabia › Hejaz and Nejd (1926-1932) |
|---|---|
| King | Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman (1921-1953) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1348 (1930) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Qirsh (1⁄88) |
| Currency | Riyal (1925-1960) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ربع قرش
۱/٤
١٣٤٨
Translation:
Quarter Qirsh
¼
1348
Comment
Coins of 1925: Minted in Mecca as Sharifate or Emirate of Mecca (968-1925)Coins of 1926: King of Hejaz and Sultan of Nejd as dual Monarchy
Coins of 1927/1928/1930: King of Hejaz & Nejd and Dependencies (new title taken up)
Coins from 1935: King of Saudi Arabia (New title taken up in 1932)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Islamic design and modernist influences. The coin's obverse features an Arabic inscription that reads "Abd al-Aziz, King of Hejaz and Nejd and Dependencies," while the reverse features a stylized image of a palm tree, which is a common motif in Islamic art and architecture. The use of copper-nickel in the coin's composition also adds to its distinctiveness, as it was a relatively new material in the production of coins at the time. Overall, this coin represents a fascinating blend of traditional and modern elements, reflecting the cultural and historical context of Saudi Arabia during the early 20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1348 (1930) | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Qirsh - Abd al-Azīz (Hejaz and Nejd and Dependencies) 1348 (1930) coin.
