½ Dirham - Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I (Double Trefoil / Six-foil / Six-Pointed star type - Damascus) 600-613 (1196-1218) front ½ Dirham - Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I (Double Trefoil / Six-foil / Six-Pointed star type - Damascus) 600-613 (1196-1218) back
½ Dirham - Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I (Double Trefoil / Six-foil / Six-Pointed star type - Damascus) 600-613 (1196-1218) photo

½ Dirham - Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I Double Trefoil / Six-foil / Six-Pointed star type - Damascus

 
Silver (.940) 1.40 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Ayyubid Sultanate of Egypt
Sultan
Al-Adil Abu Bakr I (1200-1218)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
600-613 (1196-1218)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Dirham (0.3)
Currency
Dinar (1169-1254)
Composition
Silver (.940)
Weight
1.40 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#140863
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Festooned six-foil with inscriptions inside.

Script: Arabic

Comment

Photos: Bal# 310 Date Missing - Type A - 59x AH
Some coins may have readable date.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of three different types of geometric patterns: the double trefoil, six-foil, and six-pointed star. This blend of designs gives the coin a distinctive and visually striking appearance, making it a standout among other coins of its time.