Dirham - al-Muqtadir Donative type - no mintname ND
| Silver | 2.99 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Muqtadir (908-929) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 907-932 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.99 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Muqtadir, who was the Abbasid Caliph from 908 to 932 CE. During his reign, the Abbasid Caliphate was facing significant challenges, including political instability, economic decline, and military threats from neighboring regions. Despite these challenges, the caliphate continued to issue coins like this one, which feature the name of the caliph and the date of issue, providing valuable insight into the history of the region and the monetary system of the time.
