¼ Riyal - Su'ūd
1374 (1955) year| Silver (.917) | 2.916 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Saudi Arabia › Saudi Arabia (1932-date) |
|---|---|
| King | Saud bin Abdulaziz (1953-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1374 (1955) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Riyal |
| Currency | Riyal (1925-1960) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 2.916 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#21031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Inscription within beaded circle, legend above, value below within design flanked by palm trees
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ربع ريال عربي سعودي
ضرب في المكرّمة مكة
١٣٧٤
١/٤
Translation:
Quarter Saudi Arabian Riyal
Struck in the Holy City of Mekka
1374
¼
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ¼ Riyal coin from Saudi Arabia, minted in 1955, is interesting because it was made of silver (.917) and weighed 2.916 grams, which was unusual for a coin of its denomination. Most coins of similar value and era were made of a base metal like copper or nickel. The use of silver in this coin's minting process speaks to the rich resources of the country and the attention to detail in its currency production.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1374 (1955) | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Riyal - Su'ūd 1374 (1955) coin.
