1 Dinar - 'Abd al-Malik I (Nishapur) 343 (954) front 1 Dinar - 'Abd al-Malik I (Nishapur) 343 (954) back
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1 Dinar - 'Abd al-Malik I Nishapur

343 (954) year
Gold 4.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Samanid dynasty
Emir
Abd al-Malik I (عبدالملک) (954-961)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
343 (954)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dinar
Currency
Dinar (819-999)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.27 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#382407
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Dinar coin from the Samanid dynasty, made of gold and weighing 4.27g, is interesting because it features an inscription in both Arabic and Persian, reflecting the multicultural nature of the Samanid Empire.