1 Dinar - Ay-Aba 560 (1165) front 1 Dinar - Ay-Aba 560 (1165) back
1 Dinar - Ay-Aba 560 (1165) photo
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1 Dinar - Ay-Aba

560 (1165) year
Gold 4.66 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Nishapur (Greater Iran)
Emir
Ay-Aba (1161-1172)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
560 (1165)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dinar
Currency
Dinar (628/632-1598)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.66 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#385626
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dinar - Ay-Aba 560 (1165) coin from the Emirate of Nishapur is that it features an intricate design on both sides, including an inscription in Arabic that translates to "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah" on one side, and a stylized depiction of a lion on the other. This coin is a rare example of Islamic coinage from the 12th century, and its design reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time.