20 Qirsh - Husayn Pattern
1340 (1921) year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hejaz (Saudi Arabia) |
|---|---|
| King | Hussein bin Ali (1916-1924) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1340 (1921) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Piastres (Qirsh) (1) |
| Currency | Riyal (1916-1925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Comment
Not to be confused with the modern copies listed in Unusual World Coins (X#1,1a-1d); struck in the late 1960s by a private mint in the US for distribution at the Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, and available in various metals including copper, brass, copper-nickel, silver and aluminium.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Qirsh - Husayn (Pattern) 1340 (1921) from Kingdom of Hejaz (Saudi Arabia) made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Arabic architectural elements on its design. The coin's obverse side showcases a beautiful combination of arches, domes, and minarets, which are reminiscent of the traditional Islamic architecture found in the region. The reverse side of the coin features an intricate floral pattern, which is also a common motif in Islamic art and architecture. This blend of architectural and floral elements makes the coin a visually stunning piece of numismatic history.
