1 AE Dirham - Mu'izz al-Din Qilij Khaqan ND (1178-1182) front 1 AE Dirham - Mu'izz al-Din Qilij Khaqan ND (1178-1182) back
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1 AE Dirham - Mu'izz al-Din Qilij Khaqan ND

 
Copper 2.70 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Qarakhanids of Banakath (Qarakhanid apanages)
Khan
Mu'izz al-Din Qilij Khaqan (1178-1182)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1178-1182
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (840-1212)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.70 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#386604
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Comment

This type has been published on Zeno:
https://www.zeno.ru/showphoto.php?photo=70114

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Mu'izz al-Din Qilij Khaqan, who was the ruler of the Qarakhanid Empire, a Turkic dynasty that ruled parts of Central Asia, Afghanistan, and Pakistan during the 12th century. The coin features the name of the ruler and the date of issue in the Islamic calendar, which suggests that the coin was used as a means of circulation and trade during that time. Additionally, the fact that it is made of copper and weighs 2.70 grams indicates that it was a relatively small and lightweight coin, which would have been practical for everyday transactions.