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Dirham - Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I Mayafariqin
Copper | 9.99 g | 28.5 mm |
Issuer | Ayyubid Sultanate of Egypt |
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Sultan | Al-Adil Abu Bakr I (1200-1218) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 591-608 (1195-1212) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | Dirham (1) |
Currency | Dinar (1169-1254) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 9.99 g |
Diameter | 28.5 mm |
Thickness | 2.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#146210 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Counterclockwise legend around centre.
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu Bakr I, who was a powerful Ayyubid sultan of Egypt, Syria, and parts of Mesopotamia. He was known for his military campaigns against the Crusaders and his efforts to consolidate the Ayyubid Empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the Islamic culture and religion of the time, with Arabic script and symbols that were commonly used in Islamic coinage.