What is the ruling if a defect arises in the dower object while in the wife's possession before consummation?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Dowry (Mahr)
Primary text
If a defect arises after the marriage contract but while the object is with the wife, she has the option either to accept the object and receive compensation for the depreciation (arsh), or to return it and receive its full value.
Supporting text
This follows the principle applicable to sales contracts, where all resulting remedies for returning defective goods in sales are established here due to the dower being a consideration in a reciprocal contract.