© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
Dirham - Anonymous citing Qa'an al-Adil ND
| Silver | 2.67 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ilkhanate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1256-1388 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1256-1388) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.67 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#281872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Arabic legend within hexagram.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Several varieties exist, individual weight varying from approcimately 2.4g to 3.1g. Struck at Marw, Damghan, Isfarayin and Jurjan in northeastern Iran, generally undated and anonymous, only citing Qa'an al-Adil ("the Just Khan").Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of the Ilkhanate Empire, which was a Mongol khanate that ruled over much of the Middle East and Central Asia during the 13th and 14th centuries. The Ilkhanate was known for its religious tolerance, with Muslims, Christians, Jews, and Buddhists all living under its rule. This diversity is reflected in the coin's design, which features both Islamic and Mongolian elements.
