© Yurek70
© Yurek70
1⁄40 Riyal - Ahmad Aluminium; large "Sanaa" and with "Sana"
| Aluminium |
| Issuer | Mutawakkilite Kingdom (North Yemen) |
|---|---|
| King | Ahmad bin Yahya (1948-1962) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1371-1377 (1952-1958) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1⁄40 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1918-1974) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#142790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Dies of 1/40 Riyal (Y#12.1) were usedInteresting fact
The 1952-1958 Ahmad Aluminum 1/40 Riyal coin from North Yemen's Mutawakkilite Kingdom features a unique design element - the large "Sanaa" and "Sana" inscriptions on the reverse side. "Sanaa" is the capital city of Yemen, and "Sana" is an ancient city located in the country's north. The inclusion of these place names on the coin highlights the rich history and cultural heritage of Yemen.
