1 Larin - Muhammad Shamsuddeen III gold
1331 (1913) year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Muhammad Shamsuddeen III (1902-1934) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1331 (1913) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Larin |
| Currency | Larin (1660-1947) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination, mint and date
Lettering:
١
لاري
ضرب في مالي
محلديب
١٣٣١ هـ
Translation:
1 Laari
Struck in Malé
Maldives
AH1331
Comment
Gold Pattern of KM#41Unlisted in Krause, but mentioned under KM#41 as "Rare mint proof strikes in silver and gold exist"
Mint: Heaton Mint
Silver and gold were struck by Sultan Muhammad Shamsuddeen Iskander AH 1331 . Said to be the finest struck at the Maldives mint, the two denominations of gold coins issued by Muhammad Shamsuddeen Iskander, known as the 4 Lariath were never put into circulation.
Note: as per 2023 the gold proof coin have an estimate numismatic value of MVR 35,000 - 80,000 depending on grade.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Larin - Muhammad Shamsuddeen III (gold) 1331 (1913) from Maldives made of Gold is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and is highly sought after for its historical significance, rarity, and beauty.
