10 Para - Abdullah (Pattern) 1308 (1891) front 10 Para - Abdullah (Pattern) 1308 (1891) back
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10 Para - Abdullah Pattern

1308 (1891) year
Copper - 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Mahdist State (Sudan)
Ruling authority
Abdallahi ibn Muhammad al-Khalifa (1885-1899)
Type
Pattern
Year
1308 (1891)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
10 Para (0.25)
Currency
Piastre (1885-1898)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#114526
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mint and date below

Lettering:
ضرب
في
ام درمان
١٣٠٨

Translation:
Struck in Omdurman
1308

Comment

Probably a pattern.
Unique in the British Museum.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Para - Abdullah (Pattern) 1308 (1891) from Mahdist State (Sudan) made of Copper is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African design elements. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, which are common symbols of Islam, while the reverse side features a pattern of geometric shapes and intricate calligraphy that is characteristic of Sudanese culture. This blending of design elements reflects the rich cultural heritage of Sudan and the influence of Islam on the country's art and architecture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1308 (1891)  1 - - - - - -

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