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1 Dirham - Bisutun ibn Wushmagir Amul
359 (970) yearSilver | 4.08 g | - |
Issuer | Ziyarids of Tabaristan (Ziyarid dynasty) |
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Emir | Bisutun ibn Wushmagir (967-978) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 359 (970) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 4.08 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#390534 |
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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 Bisutun ibn Wushmagir, who was a member of the Ziyarid dynasty that ruled Tabaristan (present-day Iran) from 928 to 1090 AD. The Ziyarid dynasty was known for its rich cultural and artistic heritage, and this coin reflects that legacy with its intricate design and craftsmanship.