1 Dirham - Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Haqq II ND (1420-1465) front 1 Dirham - Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Haqq II ND (1420-1465) back
1 Dirham - Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Haqq II ND (1420-1465) photo
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1 Dirham - Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Haqq II ND

 
Gold 0.83 g -
Description
Issuer
Marinid dynasty
Sultan
Abu Said Uthman III (عثمان الثاني المريني) (1398-1420)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1420-1465
Value
Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (1245-1465)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.83 g
Size
16 × 14 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#381207
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dirham coin from the Marinid dynasty is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Marinid ruler, Abu Muhammad 'Abd al-Haqq II, while the reverse side bears a striking image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in African cultures. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the rich history of exchange and cultural exchange that occurred between the Islamic world and sub-Saharan Africa during the medieval period.