© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
1 Rupee - Munassar 15mm Countermark on KM#
1307 (1890) year| Silver (.917) | 11.66 g | 30.5 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 | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#142727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Countermark: "Munsir Al Dawla (State's Defender) - Year 1307"Countermark Date: AH1307
Host Coin: British India - 1 Rupee (KM#450)
Host Date: 1835
Unlisted host in Krause
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 with the Munassar countermark is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its silver content makes it a popular choice among numismatists.
