© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
2 Dirhams - "Ilkhans" Anushirwan Khan Type A
745 (1344) year| Silver | 1.41 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Chupanid puppet state of Ilkhanate |
|---|---|
| Khan | Anushirawan (1344-1356) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 745 (1344) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Dirhams (1.4) |
| Currency | Dinar (1256-1388) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#234919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Mihrab.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Anushirwan, also spelt Anushirvan and Anushirawan, ruled the Ilkhanate from 1344 to 1356 as a puppet of the Chobanid ruler Malek Ashraf.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Anushirwan Khan, also known as Ulugh Beg, who was a powerful Mongol emperor and the founder of the Ilkhanate dynasty. He was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and patronage of the arts and sciences. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, showcasing a blend of Mongolian, Persian, and Islamic elements.
