¼ Riyal - Yahya ("Sana" below date, 4 stars in border) 1341-1342 (1923-1924) front ¼ Riyal - Yahya ("Sana" below date, 4 stars in border) 1341-1342 (1923-1924) back
¼ Riyal - Yahya ("Sana" below date, 4 stars in border) 1341-1342 (1923-1924) photo

¼ Riyal - Yahya "Sana" below date, 4 stars in border

 
Silver - 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen)
King
Yahya Muhammad Hamid ed-Din (1918-1948)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1341-1342 (1923-1924)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Rial
Currency
Rial (1918-1974)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
24 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#142885
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

"Sana" below date, 4 stars in border

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ¼ Riyal coin from the Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen) made of Silver is notable for its unique design, featuring four stars in the border surrounding the date, and the name "Sana" written below the date. This design was only used for a short period of time, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.