© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Dirham - Abu'l Fawaris Bektuz Quz-Kesh
400 (1010) year| Silver | 3.23 g | - |
| Issuer | United Qarakhanid Khaganate (Qarakhanid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abu'l-Fawaris Bektuz (circa 1009-1010) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 400 (1010) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (840-1212) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.23 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386400 |
|---|---|
| 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 Abu'l Fawaris Bektuz, who was a prominent ruler of the Qarakhanid dynasty in the early 11th century. He is known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce within the empire. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 3.23 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
