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Dirham - al-Mahdi al-Muhammadiya
161 (778) year| Silver | 2.89 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Mahdi (775-785) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 (778) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.89 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#333714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic text in the center surrounded by a circle.
Outside this there is a text in Arabic in the margin and a pattern of annulets.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد رسول
الله صلى الله
عليه وسلم
الخليفة المهدي
·
الهامش: محمد رسول الله أرسله بالهدى ودين الحق ليظهرة على الدين كله و لو كرة المشركون
Translation:
Muhammad is the Messenger /
of God, Gods Prayer /
and Salutations upon him (PBAH)/
The Caliph al-Mahdi
·
External margin: Muhammad is the Messenger of God. He sent him with guidance and the religion of truth so that he might prevail over all religions, even if the polytheists disliked it.
Comment
Mint mark around the rim on the obverse:O ooo O ooo O ooo - al-Muhammadiya (161)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dirham coin is that it was issued during the reign of Caliph al-Mahdi, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and it features an inscription that highlights his efforts to promote justice and equality within the Islamic empire.
