2 Dirham - 'Amr b. al-Layth (Nishapur) ND (879-901) front 2 Dirham - 'Amr b. al-Layth (Nishapur) ND (879-901) back
2 Dirham - 'Amr b. al-Layth (Nishapur) ND (879-901) photo
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2 Dirham - 'Amr b. al-Layth Nishapur ND

 
Silver 6.27 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Saffarid dynasty
Emir
Amr ibn al-Layth (879-901)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
879-901
Value
2 Dirhams (1.4)
Currency
Dinar (861-1222)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.27 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#88232
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of 'Amr b. al-Layth, who was a prominent ruler of the Saffarid dynasty, known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and its silver content and weight provide insight into the economic and monetary systems of the region during this period.