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Dirham - al-Zahir Ghazi Six-pointed star type - Aleppo ND
| Silver (.760) | 2.83 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Ayyubid Emirate of Aleppo (Ayyubid Sultanate) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Az-Zahir Ghazi (1193-1216) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1236-1260 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1183-1260) |
| Composition | Silver (.760) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 9 o'clock ↑← |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#400359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in hexagram of double lines and one dotted within, ornaments above and below, double plain circle and one dotted within.
Lettering:
أحمد
الامام الناصر
الملك العزيز
عمر
Translation:
Ahmed
Al Imam Al Nasser
The dear king
Omar
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique six-pointed star design on one side, which is a distinctive feature of Ayyubid coinage. This star symbol was used by the Ayyubid dynasty, which ruled over parts of the Middle East and North Africa during the 12th and 13th centuries, and it is believed to represent the six articles of faith in Islam. The use of this symbol on the coinage of the time was a way for the Ayyubid rulers to emphasize their Islamic identity and to promote their legitimacy as rulers.
