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5 Laari - Muhammad Fareed Didi
| Nickel brass | 2.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Maldives |
|---|---|
| King | Muhammad Fareed Didi (1954-1968) |
| Period | Second Republic (1968-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1379-1390 (1960-1970) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Laari 0.05 MVR = USD 0.0033 |
| Currency | Rufiyaa (1947-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 8 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#21422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Denomination
Scripts: Arabic, Thaana
Lettering:
ملك محلديب
5
ލާރި
Translation:
King of the Maldives
5 Laari
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Laari coin from Maldives, featuring Muhammad Fareed Didi, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was a common design element in coins of the time. This hole was intended to make it easier for people to thread the coins onto strings or chains, allowing them to be worn as amulets or talismans. This interesting fact adds a touch of cultural significance to the coin, making it a fascinating collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1379 (1960) | 1270 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1390 (1970) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Laari - Muhammad Fareed Didi 1379-1390 (1960-1970) coin.
