© Tonegawa Collection
© Tonegawa Collection
1 Dirham - Mudjahid II Siradj al-Dawla ND
| Silver | 3.30 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Segura (Al-Andalus and Ceuta) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mudjahid II Siradj al-Dawla (1075-1076) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1075-1076 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.30 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#384866 |
|---|---|
| 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/Segura.html
Interesting fact
The coin is a rare and historically significant piece, minted during the reign of Mudjahid II Siradj al-Dawla, who was the ruler of the Taifa of Segura, a small kingdom in Al-Andalus (present-day Spain) in the 11th century. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the inscription "Mudjahid II Siradj al-Dawla" in Arabic, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the Christian Cross, which is a rare occurrence on Islamic coins. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of Al-Andalus during that time period.