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© Baldwins of St James Ltd
1 Dirham - Wahsudan b. Muhammad Ardabil
351 (962) year| Silver | 3.60 g | - |
| Issuer | Sallarid dynasty (Greater Iran) |
|---|---|
| King | Wahsudan ibn Muhammad (circa 942-968) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 351 (962) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#385924 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The Sallarid dynasty, which issued this coin, was a Persian dynasty that ruled over parts of Greater Iran, including modern-day Iran, Azerbaijan, and Armenia, during the 10th century. The Sallarids were known for their military campaigns and their support of the arts, and their coins are considered to be some of the most beautiful and historically significant of the period.
