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1 Drachm - al-Mahdi Abbasid imitation of Bukhara Drachmas ND
| Silver | 2.67 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1370 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.67 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#372149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
In the center of the coin is an altar with the head of Ahura Mazda to the right.
On both sides of the altar there are figures of mobeds (attendants).
Edge
Plain
Comment
References :Coins of central asia / Coins of Sogd / Bukharkhudaty BK-26
CHRONOLOGY OF THE BUKHĀRKHUDĀ ISSUES WITH ARAB NAMES:GOVERNORS, NOT CALIPHS (Michael L. Bates) - Type-3 (AH 145-155)
Muhammad took the title al-Mahdi in 145 (763), and in the same year began issuing dirhams inscribed al-Mahdi.
Muhammad b. Amir al-Mu'minin, until 155 (772) when he was recalled to Baghdad and coinage ceased at his mints.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was an imitation of the Bukhara Drachmas, which were popular silver coins issued by the Samanid Empire in Central Asia during the 10th century. The Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled much of the Islamic world at the time, imitated these coins in an effort to create a standardized currency that could be used across their vast territories. This imitation coin, the 1 Drachm - al-Mahdi, was issued during the reign of Caliph al-Mahdi (1361-1370) and was made of silver, weighing 2.67 grams. Despite being an imitation, it still holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
