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Dirham - 'Abd al-Nabi b. 'Ali Mahdid of Zabid
566 (1171) year| Silver | 1.59 g | - |
| Issuer | Mahdid dynasty (Arabian Peninsula) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Abd an-Nabi (1159-1174) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 566 (1171) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#212142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of 'Abd al-Nabi b. 'Ali, who was the Mahdid of Zabid, a city in the Arabian Peninsula. The Mahdid dynasty was a short-lived dynasty that ruled over the region in the 12th century. The coin is made of silver and weighs 1.59 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time. Despite its age, the coin has been well-preserved and is considered a valuable artifact for collectors and historians.