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Dinar - Ahmad b. 'Ali ND
| Gold | 3.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Ikhshidid dynasty (Abbasid Caliphate) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abu'l-Fawaris Ahmad ibn Ali (أحمد بن علي بن الإخشيد) (968-969) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 968-969 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (935-969) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Ahmad b. 'Ali Dinar coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the name of the caliph, Ahmad b. 'Ali, in Arabic script, while the reverse side features an image of a crowned figure holding a scepter, which is a motif borrowed from ancient Persian coins. This blending of styles reflects the cultural diversity of the Ikhshidid dynasty, which was known for its tolerance and acceptance of different cultures and religions.
