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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Dirham - Orus & Qaidu Bazar Urdu
691 (1292) year| Silver | 2.03 g | - |
| Issuer | Chagatai of Khorasan (Chagatai Khanate) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Orus ibn Qaidu (circa 1292-1295) |
| Khan | Qaidu (1271-1302) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 691 (1292) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.01) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.03 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#388780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 1 Dirham coin from the Chagatai Khanate, issued under Qaidu Khan in 691 AH (1292 CE), is notable for its role in facilitating trade along the Silk Road, reflecting the cultural and commercial exchanges that occurred during the Mongol Empire's expansion. This coin, made of silver and weighing approximately 2.03 grams, symbolizes the economic integration of diverse regions under Mongol rule and showcases the artistic craftsmanship of the period through its intricate designs and inscriptions.