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Dinar - al-Mu'tasim ND
Gold | 4.18 g | - |
Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
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Caliph | Al-Mu'tasim (المعتصم بالله) (833-842) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 833-842 |
Value | 1 Dinar |
Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 4.18 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#81322 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinar - al-Mu'tasim ND (833-842) from Abbasid Caliphate made of Gold weighing 4.18 g is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when the Abbasid Caliphate was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural achievements. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the Islamic culture and religion of the time, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency.