¼ Rial 1382 (1963) front ¼ Rial 1382 (1963) back
¼ Rial 1382 (1963) photo
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¼ Rial

1382 (1963) year
Silver (.720) - 23 mm
Description
Issuer
North Yemen
Period
Yemen Arab Republic (1962-1990)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1382 (1963)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Rial
Currency
Rial (1918-1974)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#58768
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Value within circle.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
لا إله إلا الله محمد رسول الله
ربع
ريال
ضرب بصنعا

Translation:
There is no god but God. Muhammad is the messenger of God.
One quarter Rial
struck in Sana'a

Comment

Weight may vary:
from 6.00 to 7.30 grams for Y# A25.1
from 4.00 to 4.60 grams for Y# A25.2

Interesting fact

The 1963 North Yemen ¼ Rial coin made of Silver (.720) features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Yemeni dhow, a type of sailing vessel that has been used for centuries in the region's maritime trade. On the other side, the coin features a stylized representation of the country's national emblem, which includes a shield with the Arabic inscription "Allah, al-Watan, al-Sulta" (God, the Nation, the Government) and a crescent moon and star, symbols of Islam and the Arab world. The coin's intricate design and silver composition make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.