Kabir - al-Mansur Muhammad bin Yahya 1312-1318 (1895-1901) front Kabir - al-Mansur Muhammad bin Yahya 1312-1318 (1895-1901) back
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Kabir - al-Mansur Muhammad bin Yahya

 
Silver 0.6 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Yemeni Zaidi State
Imam
Al-Mansur Muhammad bin Yahya Hamid ad-Din (1888-1904)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1312-1318 (1895-1901)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
Kabir (1⁄32)
Currency
Dirham
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195809
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Weight varies: 0.40-0.80 grams. Size varies 15-17 mm.
Varieties of shape of ornaments exist

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in Yemen, as the country was facing political instability and foreign invasion. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Yemeni people.