1 Dirham - Al-Ma'mun 459 (1067) front 1 Dirham - Al-Ma'mun 459 (1067) back
1 Dirham - Al-Ma'mun 459 (1067) photo
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1 Dirham - Al-Ma'mun

459 (1067) year
Copper 4.72 g -
Description
Issuer
Taifa of Valencia (Al-Andalus and Ceuta)
Emir
Yahya I al-Ma'mun (ابو الحسن يحيى بن إسماعيل المأمون) (1065-1075)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
459 (1067)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (1010-1238)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.72 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#384768
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The 1 Dirham coin from the Taifa of Valencia (Al-Andalus and Ceuta) made of Copper weighing 4.72 g has an interesting fact that it was issued during the reign of Al-Ma'mun in 1067, which was a time of great cultural and scientific achievements in the Islamic world. Al-Ma'mun was known for his patronage of scholars and his efforts to translate Greek philosophical works into Arabic, which helped to spread knowledge and ideas across the region. This coin is a small but tangible representation of the rich history and cultural exchange that took place during this time period.