½ Dirham - Yahya III Ibn Al-Qassim 290 (903) front ½ Dirham - Yahya III Ibn Al-Qassim 290 (903) back
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½ Dirham - Yahya III Ibn Al-Qassim

290 (903) year
Silver 0.81 g -
Description
Issuer
Idrisid dynasty
Emir
Yahya III ibn al-Qasim (circa 874-905)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
290 (903)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Dirham (7⁄20)
Currency
Dinar (628/632-1598)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.81 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#383075
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Comment

One of these has been sold by ibercoin, Online Auction 23, Lot 381:
https://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=5299631

Interesting fact

The Idrisid dynasty, which issued the ½ Dirham coin , was a Muslim dynasty that ruled over the western Maghreb region (present-day Morocco) from 788 to 985 AD. The dynasty was founded by Idris I, who was a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad and a prominent religious leader. The Idrisids were known for their support of education, arts, and architecture, and they established several cities and universities throughout their territory. One of their most notable achievements was the establishment of the University of Al-Karaouine in Fez, which is still in operation today and is considered one of the oldest universities in the world.