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Dirham - 'Ali b. al-Ikhshid ND
| Silver | 2.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Ikhshidid dynasty (Abbasid Caliphate) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abu'l-Hasan Ali ibn al-Ikhshid (علي بن محمد بن طغج الإخشيد) (961-965) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 961-966 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (935-969) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham - 'Ali b. al-Ikhshid ND (961-966) from Ikhshidid dynasty (Abbasid Caliphate) made of Silver weighing 2.25 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin features the name of the caliph, 'Ali b. al-Ikhshid, in Arabic script, while the reverse side features an image of a crowned figure holding a scepter, which is a motif borrowed from pre-Islamic Sassanian coins. This blending of styles reflects the cultural and artistic exchange that occurred during the Abbasid Caliphate, which was known for its tolerance and appreciation of diverse cultures.