What is the ruling if the stipulated dower is a fungible item (mithli) and its purchase becomes impossible?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Dowry (Mahr)
Primary text
If the stipulated dower is a fungible item (mithli) and its purchase becomes impossible, the husband is obligated to provide its like (mithl). This is because the like is the closest alternative to the original object.