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20 Qirsh - Abdullah
1304 (1887) year| Billon | 25.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Mahdist State (Sudan) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Abdallahi ibn Muhammad al-Khalifa (1885-1899) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1304 (1887) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Qirsh |
| Currency | Piastre (1885-1898) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 25.15 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114507 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Text, date within circle and double crescents.
1 on top (not always written)
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١
ضرب
فى
ام درمان
١٣٠٤
Translation:
1
Struck in Omdurman
1304
Comment
Borders of double crescents. Early years of KM#7.1 have larger diameter and larger circles on obverse and reverseInteresting fact
The 20 Qirsh coin from the Mahdist State (Sudan) made of Billon and weighing 25.15g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil and change in Sudan. The Mahdist State was established in 1881 by Muhammad Ahmad, who claimed to be the Mahdi, or the messiah, and led a successful rebellion against the Egyptian government. The coin was issued in 1887, during the reign of Abdullah, who was the successor to Muhammad Ahmad. This coin is a symbol of the Mahdist State's independence and sovereignty, and it is a rare and valuable piece for collectors today.
