© JM
© JM
Mahallak - Abdallah
| Brass | 1.13 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Harar (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abd Allah ibn Muhammad (امير عبدالله إبن علي عبداشكر) (1885-1887) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1303-1304 (1886-1887) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Mahallak (1) |
| Currency | Mahlak (1647-1887) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 1.13 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#259205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the region. The Emirate of Harar was a small state located in what is now eastern Ethiopia, and it was facing pressure from the expanding Ethiopian Empire. In fact, the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Menelik II, who was in the process of expanding his empire and bringing the region under his control. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the name of the local ruler, Abdallah, indicating a degree of autonomy for the Emirate of Harar. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the complex political dynamics of the region during that time.
