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Lot 338: WAHHABI SHARIFS OF MAKKA: AE mahmudi. Makka AH1223 
- Starting Bid: $800
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Description
Islamic. Arabian Peninsula. WAHHABI SHARIFS OF MAKKA: Yahya II b. Surur, Emir & Grand Sharif, 1803-1827, AE mahmudi. Makka, AH1223, mint name Makka & bird. date, repeated twice, fish between, minimal porosity, above-average quality, Struck circa AH1223-30 possibly by Muslim manufacturers from India that came to Arabia to prepare these coins as they are rather heavy and resemble contemporary copper paisas of western India. (21.32gm, 25mm) Very Rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: NBJ Art Gallery
- Lot #: 338
- Listing #: 973585
- Closed: Sunday, April 7, 2024 1:48:30 PM CT
- Estimate: $1,500