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What is the legal and Sharia ruling on reclaiming moral and material rights from a wife who is discovered not to be a virgin after marriage, while she demands her deferred dower and list of properties?

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If the husband stipulates virginity and it becomes apparent that it was lost through intercourse, then he has the option to annul the marriage, according to the preponderant opinion of the jurists, provided that no action indicating consent is issued after he gains knowledge. If the annulment occurs before consummation, the woman is not entitled to anything. If it occurs after consummation, she is entitled to a dower of the like (Mahr al-Mithl) according to the Malikis and the more sound opinion of the Shafi'is, while the Hanbalis hold that she is entitled to the stipulated dower (Mahr al-Musamma). Regarding gold jewelry and movable possessions, the ruling varies depending on the circumstances. Reconciliation is recommended as much as possible, and in case of dispute, the reference point is the court.

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