1 Dirham - Dunas ibn Hamama ND
| Silver | 2.18 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Fès (North Africa and Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Dunas ibn Hamama (د وناس بن حمامة) (1048-1060) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1048-1060 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.18 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#385115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Comment
This type has been published on the website "Coins of al-Andalus Tonegawa collection":http://www.andalustonegawa.50g.com/Fas.html
While the reading of Dunas is not clear on the coin, the chronologies match to identify this type to this ruler.
Interesting fact
The 1 Dirham coin from the Emirate of Fès, minted during the reign of Dunas ibn Hamama (1048-1060), features a unique blend of Islamic and Berber influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Al-Mu'tasim bi-Allah" (meaning "The Victorious with God's help") in Kufic script, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lion, which is a common motif in Berber art and symbolism. This blend of Islamic and Berber elements reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Emirate of Fès, which was a major center of trade and learning in the Islamic world during the medieval period.
