1 Dirham - 'Izz al-Dawla Awana
426 (1035) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Uncertain Uqaylid region (Uqaylid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Izz al-Dawla (circa 1035-1054) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 426 (1035) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Comment
The exact region of 'Izz al-Dawla's reign is uncertain. In Stephen Album (3rd edition), there is a reported coin from AH 426 struck at Awana (this coin). Another coin from this ruler has been uncovered and sold by Numismatica Genevensis SA, which was struck at Ukbara in AH 445:https://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=10151674
Interesting fact
The coin features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a stylized representation of a lion attacking a gazelle, symbolizing the struggle between good and evil.