Dinar - al-Zahir Yahya 834 (1431) front Dinar - al-Zahir Yahya 834 (1431) back
Dinar - al-Zahir Yahya 834 (1431) photo
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Dinar - al-Zahir Yahya

834 (1431) year
Gold 4.05 g -
Description
Issuer
Rasulid dynasty
Sultan
Az-Zahir Yahya (1428-1439)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
834 (1431)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dinar
Currency
Dinar (1229-1454)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.05 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#157944
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Comment

Offered in Stephen Album Rare Coins - Auction 14 (21-22 September 2012), and described as:
RASULID: al-Zahir Yahya, 1428-1439, AV dinar (4.05g), Zabid, AH834, A-C1113, pointed quatrefoil / pointed hexafoil, date in numerals.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinar - al-Zahir Yahya 834 (1431) from Rasulid dynasty made of Gold weighing 4.05 g is that it features an intricate design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Rasulid dynasty. The coin's design includes Arabic inscriptions and geometric patterns that reflect the artistic style of the time period. Additionally, the use of gold as the material for the coin speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the Rasulid dynasty during this era.