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⅓ Dirham - al-Musta'sim ND
| Silver | 0.95 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Musta'sim (1242-1258) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1242-1258 |
| Value | ⅓ Dirham (7⁄30) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central triangle
Interesting fact
The Abbasid Caliphate, which issued this coin, was known for its cultural and scientific achievements, and its capital city, Baghdad, was considered the center of learning and intellectual inquiry in the Islamic world. During this time, many important works of literature, mathematics, and science were translated into Arabic, and the city was home to many famous scholars and scientists, such as Al-Khwarizmi, who is considered the father of algebra.
