© SAEED RAGAB
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Dirham - al-Mansur al-Muhammadiya
143 (761) year| Silver | 2.71 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Mansur (أبو جعفر المنصور) (754-775) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 143 (761) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.71 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
مركز الدائرة :محمد رسول الله
الهامش :محمد رسول الله أرسله بالهدي و دين الحق ليظهرة علي الدين كله و لو كرة المشركون
Translation:
Circle center : Muhammad is Messenger of God
External margin : Muhammad the Messenger of God came with guidance and true religion
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dirham coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Mansur, who was the second Abbasid Caliph and ruled from 754 to 775 CE. He was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and his coinage reflects the prosperity and cultural achievements of his reign. The Dirham coin was an important part of the Islamic currency system and was widely used for trade and commerce during that time.
