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½ Dirham - al-Zahir Tatar al-Qahira
824 (1421) year| Silver | 1.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Mamluk Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Tatar (1421) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 824 (1421) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Dirham (7⁄20) |
| Currency | Dinar (1250-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Dirham - al-Zahir Tatar (al-Qahira) 824 (1421) coin from the Mamluk Sultanate is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal in the medieval period. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of the sultanate's wealth and power, and it also made the coins more durable and resistant to wear and tear. Additionally, the fact that the coin weighs 1.25g suggests that it was a significant denomination, likely used for larger transactions or as a store of value.
