© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Dirham - Anonymous - citing Abd'Allah b. Tegin Imitating Samanid prototypes ND
| Silver | 3.10 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Volga Bulgaria (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abdallah ibn Tegin (circa 920s-1230s) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 660-1240 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (898-1240) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.10 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal in the Islamic world at the time. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and it was often used to mint coins that were used for large transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was an important and valuable coin in its time.
