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Dirham - al-Amin ND
| Silver | 2.90 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Amin (أبو عبد الله محمد الأمين) (809-813) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 809-813 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.90 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The Dirham coin , which was issued during the reign of Al-Amin (809-813 CE) of the Abbasid Caliphate, features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse (front side) features a stylized depiction of the caliph's name, "Al-Amin," in a circular pattern, surrounded by a border of dots. This design was a departure from the traditional Arabic script used on coins of the time, and it was likely intended to emphasize the caliph's authority and legitimacy. The use of such a unique design element on a coin made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal at the time, further highlights the significance of this coin in the history of Islamic numismatics.
