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Dirham - al-Mu'tasim ND
| Silver | 2.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Mu'tasim (المعتصم بالله) (833-842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 833-842 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Central inscription in four lines, surrounded by double circle and outer circular inscription.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد رسول الله ارسله بالهدى ودين الحق ليظهره على الدين كله ولو كره المشركون
لله
محمد
رسول
الله
المعتصم بالله
Translation: "Muhammad is the Messenger of God” and “He sent him with guidance and the true religion to make it victorious over every religion although those who associate others with God dislike it”, "For God", "Muhammad is the Messenger of God” and "al-Mu'tasim billah".
Interesting fact
The Dirham coin , issued during the reign of Al-Mu'tasim (833-842 CE) of the Abbasid Caliphate, features a unique design element - a small crescent moon and a five-pointed star on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This design was a departure from the traditional Islamic coinage design, which typically featured Arabic inscriptions and geometric patterns. The inclusion of the crescent moon and star symbolized the Islamic faith and the authority of the caliphate.
