© Classical Numismatic Gallery
© Classical Numismatic Gallery
1 Dirham - Al-Husayn b. Ahmad
253 (867) year| Silver | 2.76 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Alids of Qazwin (Alid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Al-Husayn ibn Ahmad (864-867) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 (867) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.76 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#390471 |
|---|---|
| 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 Al-Husayn b. Ahmad, who was a member of the Alid dynasty and ruled over the city of Qazwin in present-day Iran. The Alid dynasty was a Shia Muslim dynasty that emerged in the 8th century and lasted until the 10th century. This coin, made of silver and weighing 2.76 grams, was likely used for everyday transactions and circulated among the people of Qazwin and surrounding regions.