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© CHRISTOPHER LI (CC BY-NC-SA)
2 Dirhams - "Ilkhan" Taghay Timur Baghdad
| Silver | 1.44 g | 15.6 mm |
| Issuer | Ilkhanates of Western Khorasan |
|---|---|
| Khan | Togha Temür (1336-1353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 737-754 (1337-1353) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Dirhams (1.4) |
| Currency | Dinar (1256-1388) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.44 g |
| Diameter | 15.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#94534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Taghay Timur, who was a powerful Mongol emperor in the 14th century. He was known for his military conquests and his ability to unite various tribes and territories under his rule. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and it is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and historians.