1 Rupee - Munassar (15mm CM on KM#458) 1307 (1890) front 1 Rupee - Munassar (15mm CM on KM#458) 1307 (1890) back
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1 Rupee - Munassar 15mm CM on KM#

1307 (1890) year
Silver (.917) 11.66 g 30.5 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 (.917)
Weight
11.66 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#123086
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath, date below

Lettering:
EAST INDIA COMPANY
ONE RUPEE
یک روپیے
1840

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Countermark: "Year 1307 - Munsir Al Dawla (State's Defender) bin Abdullah Al Qu'aiti"
Countermark Date: AH1307
Host Coin: British India - 1 Rupee (KM#458)
Host Date: 1840

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 that reflects the history and culture of this fascinating region.