Introduction Among the ancient gold coins of South and Central Asia, few pieces capture the imagination quite like the Kushan Empire Gold Dinar of Vasudeva I . Struck around c. 191–232 CE , this stunning 8-gram gold coin represents a powerful era of trade, cultural exchange, military prestige, and religious transformation. With a diameter of about 2.2 cm , the coin showcases a refined combinatio...
Rare Saudi Arabian Copper Coins: History, Identification, and a Collector's Guide #coins #coppercoins #collectablescoins #rarecoins
Introduction Copper coins from the Arabian Peninsula — especially those associated with the Hejaz, Nejd, and the early Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — are among the most evocative and collectible pieces in Middle Eastern numismatics. They tell stories of changing rulers, shifting borders, and the interaction between local traditions and international monetary systems. This article is a comprehensive guide to rare Saudi Arabian copper coins: their historical context, principal types and dates, how to identify and grade them, typical market values and notable auction records, tips for detecting counterfeits, and practical collecting advice. Whether you are a beginner starting your first collection or an experienced numismatist, this long-form guide (≈5,000 words) will give you the tools to understand — and confidently evalu...