Dirham - al-Salih Isma'il Dimashq
744 (1344) year| Silver | 2.54 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Mamluk Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Isma'il (1342-1345) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 744 (1344) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1250-1517) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#159425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب
السلطان الملك
الصالح عماد الدنيا و ω
الدين اسمعيل بن الملك
الناصر محمد بن قلاون ω
دمشق
Translation:
Multiply
The Sultan the King
Saleh Imad Al-Dunya and ω
The religion is Asael the son of the king
Nasser Mohammed bin Qaloun ω
Damascus
Comment
Reference: Bal II# 277
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mamluk Sultanate coin, Dirham - al-Salih Isma'il (Dimashq) 744 (1344), is that it was made during a time when the Mamluk Sultanate was transitioning from a Mongol-dominated empire to a more independent state. This coin, made of silver and weighing 2.54g, features intricate designs and calligraphy that reflect the cultural and artistic influences of the time. It is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic, political, and social changes that occurred during the 14th century in the Middle East.
