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1⁄16 Riyal - Ahmad
| Silver | 2.65 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen) |
|---|---|
| King | Ahmad bin Yahya (1948-1962) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1367-1374 (1948-1955) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1⁄16 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1918-1974) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.65 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Pentagonal (5-sided) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#19672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Arrangement of legends and size of inner circle on reverse varyInteresting fact
The 1/16 Riyal coin from the Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen) made of Silver and weighing 2.65g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great change in Yemen. The coin was minted during the reign of King Ahmad (1948-1955), who was instrumental in modernizing Yemen and introducing new economic policies. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of Yemen.
