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Dirham - al-Muntasir ND
| Silver | 2.88 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Muntasir (861-862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 861-862 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.88 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The Dirham coin , issued during the reign of Al-Muntasir (861-862 CE) of the Abbasid Caliphate, features a unique design element. The coin's obverse (front side) features an inscription in Arabic that reads, "Al-Muntasir bi-'llah" (meaning "Al-Muntasir by the grace of God"), while the reverse (back side) features an image of a standing figure holding a staff and a banner. This design was a departure from the traditional Islamic coinage design, which typically featured only Arabic inscriptions and no images. This coin's design may have been influenced by the Byzantine Empire's coinage, which featured images of the emperor on their coins. This blending of cultural influences is an interesting aspect of the coin's history.
