1 Dirham - Sharaf al-Dawla Abu'l-Fawaris Shirdhil (Arrajan) 374 (984) front 1 Dirham - Sharaf al-Dawla Abu'l-Fawaris Shirdhil (Arrajan) 374 (984) back
1 Dirham - Sharaf al-Dawla Abu'l-Fawaris Shirdhil (Arrajan) 374 (984) photo
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1 Dirham - Sharaf al-Dawla Abu'l-Fawaris Shirdhil Arrajan

374 (984) year
Silver 4.59 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Buyids of Fars (Buyid dynasty)
Emir
Sharaf al-Dawla (983-989)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
374 (984)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (934-1062)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.59 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#383943
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal during the time of the Buyid dynasty. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was often used to mint coins for important transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was a significant and valuable coin during its time.