Kabir - al-Hadi Ghalib 1267 (1851) front Kabir - al-Hadi Ghalib 1267 (1851) back
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Kabir - al-Hadi Ghalib

1267 (1851) year
Silver 0.87 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Yemeni Zaidi State
Imam
Al-Hadi Ghalib (1851-1852)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1267 (1851)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
Kabir (1⁄32)
Currency
Dirham
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.87 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195806
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Diameter varies 15.5-16.0 mm

Interesting fact

The Kabir - al-Hadi Ghalib 1267 (1851) coin from the Yemeni Zaidi State is notable for its unique design, which features a calligraphic inscription of the name of the ruler, al-Hadi Ghalib, in the center of the coin, surrounded by a decorative border. This design was a departure from the traditional Islamic coinage design, which typically featured a central image of the ruler or a religious symbol, and was a distinctive feature of the coins issued by the Yemeni Zaidi State during this period.