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5 Qirsh - Abdullah with denomination
1311 (1894) year| Billon | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Mahdist State (Sudan) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Abdallahi ibn Muhammad al-Khalifa (1885-1899) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1311 (1894) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Qirsh |
| Currency | Piastre (1885-1898) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Text and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١١
ضرب
في
ام درمان
١٣١١
Translation:
Struck in Omdurman
1311//11
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Qirsh - Abdullah (with denomination) 1311 (1894) coin from Mahdist State (Sudan) made of Billon is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African design elements. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, which are common symbols of Islam, while the reverse side features a depiction of a traditional Sudanese hut and a palm tree, which are symbols of the African culture and landscape. This blend of design elements reflects the rich cultural heritage of Sudan and the influence of Islam on the country's history and identity.
