Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA) – Reverse © Geison (CC BY-NC-SA)
Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA) – Reverse © Geison (CC BY-NC-SA)
⅙ "Sudaysi" Dirham - al-Nasir Ahmad bin Yahya ND
| Silver | 0.25 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rassid dynasty (Arabian Peninsula) |
|---|---|
| Imam | An-Nasir Ahmad (913-934) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 914-937 |
| Value | 1 Sudaysi (7⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (897-1296) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#363716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
Imitative types.Possible posthumous coinage.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Sudaysi" Dirham coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Rassid dynasty, which was a period of significant cultural and economic development in the Arabian Peninsula. The coin's silver content and unique design made it a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency, not only within the region but also in neighboring countries. Its use as a medium of exchange facilitated trade and commerce, contributing to the growth and prosperity of the region during that time.
