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5 Qirsh - Abdullah
1310 (1893) year| Billon | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Mahdist State (Sudan) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Abdallahi ibn Muhammad al-Khalifa (1885-1899) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1310 (1893) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Qirsh |
| Currency | Piastre (1885-1898) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Text and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٨
ضرب
في
ام درمان
١٣١٠
Translation:
Struck in Omdurman
1310//8
Comment
Plain borders.Diameter varies: 21-22 mm
Regnal year 8 is not mentioned in Krause, but shows on the coin
Interesting fact
The 5 Qirsh coin from the Mahdist State (Sudan) made of Billon is interesting because it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political change in Sudan. The Mahdist State was established in 1889 by Muhammad Ahmad, who claimed to be the Mahdi, or the redeemer of Islam, and the coin was minted during his reign. The coin's design features Arabic script and the year 1310 (1893) in the Islamic calendar, which adds to its historical significance. Additionally, the use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time period, and it adds to the coin's unique character.
