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20 Qirsh - Mohammed
1302 (1885) year| Silver | 23.86 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Mahdist State (Sudan) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad Ahmad (1885) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1302 (1885) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Qirsh |
| Currency | Piastre (1885-1898) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 23.86 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#50935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
In border crown made up of 12 crescents with 12 stars.
In the center: text, value and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب في الهجره
١٣٠٢
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mahdist State (Sudan) 20 Qirsh coin from 1885 is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political change in Sudan. The Mahdist State was established in 1881 by Muhammad Ahmad, who declared himself the Mahdi, or the "Guided One," and led a successful rebellion against the Egyptian government. The coin was minted during the early years of the Mahdist State, which was a period of significant political and social upheaval in the region. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience and determination of the Sudanese people.
