1 Rupee - Munassar (10mm CM on KM#99) 1307 (1890) front 1 Rupee - Munassar (10mm CM on KM#99) 1307 (1890) back
1 Rupee - Munassar (10mm CM on KM#99) 1307 (1890) photo
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1 Rupee - Munassar 10mm CM on KM#

1307 (1890) year
Silver 11.6 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Qu'aiti Sultanate (Yemenite States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1307 (1890)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee (½)
Currency
Countermarked Coinage (1890)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.6 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#123088
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Legend in Persian: Zarb Murshidabad Sanat 19 Julus Maimanat Manus
Countermark over legend

Lettering:
الدوله
منصر
١٣٠٧

Translation:
Struck at Murshidabad in the 19th year of his prosperous reign
Munsir Al Dawla (State's Defender)
Year 1307

Edge

Oblique milled (grained right) ////

Comment

Countermark: "Munsir Al Dawla (State's Defender) - Year 1307"
Countermark Date: AH1307
Host Coin: British India - Bengal - 1 Rupee (KM#99)
Host Date: ND (1793-1818)

Krause lists wrong host date

Interesting fact

The Qu'aiti Sultanate, which issued this coin, was a small state that existed in the southern part of Yemen from the 18th century until 1967. The sultanate was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its unique architecture, art, and literature. The 1 Rupee coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its design reflects the sultanate's rich history and cultural influences.