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© Baldwins of St James Ltd
1 Dinar - Masu'd II bin Kayka'us Sivas ND
| Gold | 4.65 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Sivas (Rûm Sultanate) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Masud II ibn Kaykaus II (1280-1284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1284 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#383526 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Masu'd II bin Kayka'us, who was the Sultan of the Rûm Sultanate, a Turkish state that existed in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) from the 13th to the 14th century. The coin features the Sultan's name and title in Arabic script on one side, and a stylized depiction of a lion on the other, which was a common motif in Islamic art and symbolized courage and strength. Despite being made of gold, this coin was used for everyday transactions and had a relatively low denomination, reflecting the prosperity and economic activity of the Rûm Sultanate during this period.