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½ Dirham - al-Mu'izz al-Mansuriya
| Silver | 1.42 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Fatimid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah (953-975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 359-360 (953-975) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Silver Dirham (0.45) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#212861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of al-Mu'izz, who was the fourth caliph of the Fatimid Caliphate and ruled from 953 to 975 AD. During his reign, the Fatimid Caliphate reached its peak in terms of power and prosperity, and this coin is a testament to the advanced economic and minting technologies of the time.
