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1 Dirham - al-Mansur Ayyub al-Mahjam
722 (1322) yearSilver | 1.72 g | - |
Issuer | City of Al-Mahjam (Rasulid dynasty) |
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Ruling authority | Al-Mansur Ayyub (1322) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 722 (1322) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.72 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#383291 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made during the reign of al-Mansur Ayyub, who was a powerful Sultan of the Rasulid dynasty in Yemen. He ruled from 1322 to 1327 and was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the influence of Islamic culture and religion during that time.