Dirham - al-Mu'tadid (Donative type) ND (892-902) front Dirham - al-Mu'tadid (Donative type) ND (892-902) back
Dirham - al-Mu'tadid (Donative type) ND (892-902) photo
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Dirham - al-Mu'tadid Donative type ND

 
Silver 2.51 g -
Description
Issuer
Abbasid Caliphate
Caliph
Al-Mu'tadid (892-902)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
892-902
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (750-1517)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.51 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#81577
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - al-Mu'tadid (Donative type) ND (892-902) from Abbasid Caliphate made of Silver weighing 2.51 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features the name of the caliph, al-Mu'tadid, in bold, Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a lion, which was a common motif in pre-Islamic Persian coinage. This blending of styles and symbols reflects the cultural diversity and rich history of the Abbasid Caliphate, which spanned from North Africa to Central Asia and was known for its artistic and cultural achievements.