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Dirham - Adud al-Dawla Shiraz mint - Rukn al-dawla as overlord
| Silver | 4.43 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Buyids of Fars (Buyid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Adud al-Dawla (949-983) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 338-372 (950-983) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (934-1062) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.43 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#74568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Adud al-Dawla, who was the ruler of the Buyid dynasty, a Shia Muslim dynasty that ruled over much of modern-day Iran, Iraq, and parts of Turkey, from 949 to 1062. The coin features an inscription that highlights Adud al-Dawla's title, "Rukn al-Dawla," which means "Pillar of the Dynasty." This suggests that the coin was minted to commemorate Adud al-Dawla's rule and to solidify his position as the ruler of the Buyid dynasty.
