1 Dirham - Ahmad ibn 'Umar
326 (938) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Emirate of Crete (Abbasid Caliphate) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Ahmad ibn 'Umar (circa 925-940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 326 (938) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 1 Dirham coin from the Emirate of Crete (Abbasid Caliphate) made of Silver is notable for its unique design, which features a combination of Islamic and Byzantine influences. The coin's obverse side features an inscription in Arabic that reads "Al-Sultanu Al-Adil Ahmad ibn Umar" (meaning "The Just Sultan Ahmad ibn Umar"), while the reverse side features an image of a crowned lion, a common motif in Byzantine coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Islamic and Byzantine empires during this time period.
