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1 Dinar - al-Fa'iz al-Iskandariya ND
| Gold | 4.03 g | - |
| Issuer | Fatimid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Fa'iz bi-Nasr Allah (1154-1160) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1154-1160 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (909-1171) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.03 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#381394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fatimid Caliphate's 1 Dinar coin made of Gold is that it was issued during a time of great economic prosperity and cultural achievements, particularly in the fields of science, mathematics, and philosophy. The Fatimid Caliphate was known for its tolerance and encouragement of scholarship, and this coin may have been used to facilitate trade and commerce during that time.
