1⁄20 Riyal - Yahya (Gold Presentation) 1344 (1926) front 1⁄20 Riyal - Yahya (Gold Presentation) 1344 (1926) back
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1⁄20 Riyal - Yahya Gold Presentation

1344 (1926) year
Gold 1.70 g -
Description
Issuer
Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen)
King
Yahya Muhammad Hamid ed-Din (1918-1948)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1344 (1926)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1⁄20 Rial
Currency
Rial (1918-1974)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.70 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#142877
Rarity index
100%

Comment

Accession date: AH1322

Interesting fact

The 1/20 Riyal - Yahya (Gold Presentation) 1344 (1926) from Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen) is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Yemen. The coin was issued during the reign of King Yahya Muhammad Hamid ed-Din, who ruled North Yemen from 1911 until his assassination in 1948. This period saw significant political and economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency and the establishment of a national bank. The coin's gold content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.