1 Dinar - Muhammad XIII ND (1485-1489) front 1 Dinar - Muhammad XIII ND (1485-1489) back
1 Dinar - Muhammad XIII ND (1485-1489) photo
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1 Dinar - Muhammad XIII ND

 
Gold 0.59 g -
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Granada (Al-Andalus and Ceuta)
Sultan
Muhammad XIII (أبو عبد ألله محمد بن سعد) (1485-1489)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1485-1489
Value
1 Dinar
Currency
Dinar (1232-1492)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.59 g
Size
21 × 21 mm
Shape
Square
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#384983
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Uniface (bracteate).

Edge

Plain.

Comment

This type has been published on the website "Coins of al-Andalus Tonegawa collection":
http://www.andalustonegawa.50g.com/granada.htm

Legend struck only on one side and similar in distribution to IIA of R.Lorente 35.

Interesting fact

The 1 Dinar coin from the Emirate of Granada, minted during the reign of Muhammad XIII (1485-1489), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The coin's weight of 0.59 grams is also noteworthy, as it suggests that it was a significant amount of gold, making it a valuable and important coin in the region. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin indicates that it was widely used in trade and commerce, further highlighting its significance.