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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Rupee - Munassar 15mm Countermark on KM#473.
1307 (1890) year| Silver (.917) | 11.66 g | 30.78 mm |
| 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 | 30.78 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#123083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value, date below, wreath surrounds
Lettering:
ONE
RUPEE
INDIA
1862
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#473.1)
Host Date: 1862
Interesting fact
The Qu'aiti Sultanate, which issued this coin, was a small state that existed in the southern part of present-day 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 with the Munassar countermark is a rare and valuable collector's item, reflecting the rich history and cultural diversity of the region.
