Dirham - al-Ẓāhir Baybars I ND (1260-1277) front Dirham - al-Ẓāhir Baybars I ND (1260-1277) back
Dirham - al-Ẓāhir Baybars I ND (1260-1277) photo

Dirham - al-Ẓāhir Baybars I ND

 
Silver 2.8 g 19.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Mamluk Sultanate
Sultan
Baybars I (1260-1277)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1260-1277
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (1250-1517)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
19.4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78791
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Arabic script within circle

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

The Mamluk Sultanate, which issued the Dirham coin , was a powerful Islamic state that ruled over much of the Middle East and North Africa during the 13th and 14th centuries. The Sultanate was known for its military prowess and its architectural achievements, including the construction of many impressive mosques, madrasas, and other buildings throughout its territories.