20 Qirsh - Husayn
1327 (1916) year| Silver (.833) | 28 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hejaz (Saudi Arabia) |
|---|---|
| King | Hussein bin Ali (1916-1924) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1327 (1916) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Piastres (Qirsh) (1) |
| Currency | Riyal (1916-1925) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Countermark: "Hejaz"Countermarked on Egypt 20 Qirsh KM#310
Accession date: AH 1327
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Qirsh - Husayn 1327 (1916) coin from the Kingdom of Hejaz (Saudi Arabia) is that it was minted during a time of great historical significance. The coin was issued in 1916, which was the same year that the Hejaz Railway was completed, connecting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. This railway was a major achievement for the region and helped to facilitate the pilgrimage to Mecca, which is one of the five pillars of Islam. The coin's mintage also coincided with the reign of King Husayn bin Ali, who was the Sharif of Mecca and the leader of the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire. This coin is a tangible piece of history that connects us to the rich cultural and political heritage of the region.
