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Dirham - al-Radi Donative type ND
| Silver | 2.16 g | - |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Caliph | Al-Radi (934-940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 934-940 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (750-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.16 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - al-Radi (Donative type) ND (934-940) from Abbasid Caliphate made of Silver weighing 2.16 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-Radi, in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lion, which was a common motif in pre-Islamic Persian coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural diversity of the Abbasid Caliphate, which spanned from North Africa to Central Asia and was home to people from various ethnic and religious backgrounds.
