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10 Qirsh - Husayn
1334 (1923) year| Silver (.917) | 12.05 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hejaz (Saudi Arabia) |
|---|---|
| King | Hussein bin Ali (1916-1924) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1334 (1923) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Piastres (Qirsh) (½) |
| Currency | Riyal (1916-1925) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 12.05 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#58582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الحكومة العربية الهاشمية
هاشمي
عشر قروش
ضرب بمكرمة مكة سنة ٨
Translation:
The Government of Hashemite Arabia
Hashemite
Ten Qirush
Struck in the holy city of Mecca, year 8
Comment
Not to be confused with the modern copies listed in Unusual World Coins (X#2,2a-2d); Struck in recent times by a private mint in the US, and available in various metals including silver, aluminium, copper-nickel, bronze and brass.Interesting fact
The 10 Qirsh coin from the Kingdom of Hejaz (now Saudi Arabia) is interesting because it was issued during the reign of King Husayn bin Ali, who played a significant role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and an inscription in Arabic on the other, which translates to "Kingdom of Hejaz" and the year of issue, 1334 (1923). The use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its value and historical significance, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
