⅙ "Sudaysi" Dirham - al-Rhadi ND (934-940) front ⅙ "Sudaysi" Dirham - al-Rhadi ND (934-940) back
⅙ "Sudaysi" Dirham - al-Rhadi ND (934-940) photo
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⅙ "Sudaysi" Dirham - al-Rhadi ND

 
Silver 0.37 g -
Description
Issuer
Abbasid Caliphate
Caliph
Al-Radi (934-940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
934-940
Value
⅙ Dirham (7⁄60)
Currency
Dinar (750-1517)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.37 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#82034
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Sudaysi" Dirham coin is that it was issued during the reign of Caliph al-Rhadi, who was known for his efforts to reform the Abbasid Caliphate's economy and military. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect this focus on reform, featuring a new style of calligraphy and imagery that was meant to promote the Caliphate's ideals of justice and prosperity.