


© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Dirham - Muhammad b. 'Umar
267 (881) yearSilver | 4.29 g | - |
Issuer | Banijurid dynasty (Samanid dynasty) |
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Emir | Muhammad ibn 'Umar (881-882) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 267 (881) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 4.29 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#386864 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The Muhammad b. 'Umar 267 (881) Dirham coin from the Banijurid dynasty (also known as the Samanid dynasty) is interesting because it was made during a time of significant cultural and scientific achievements in the Islamic world. The Samanid dynasty was known for its support of scholars, poets, and scientists, and this coin was minted during the reign of Muhammad b. 'Umar, who was a prominent ruler and patron of the arts. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 4.29 grams, which was a standard weight for coins of its time.