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Dirham - al-Nasir Yusuf - "al-Nasir Yusuf II" Six-pointed star type - Aleppo
| Silver | 2.97 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ayyubid Emirate of Aleppo (Ayyubid Sultanate) |
|---|---|
| Emir | An-Nasir Yusuf (1236-1260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 634-658 (1236-1260) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1183-1260) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.97 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Legend in hexagram of double lines and one dotted within, ornaments above and below, legend in segments starting above r., double plain circle and one dotted within.
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique six-pointed star design on one side, which is believed to represent the six articles of faith in Islam. This design was only used on coins minted during the reign of al-Nasir Yusuf II, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
