Dirham - Bahram Shah (Ghazni) ND (1117-1157) front Dirham - Bahram Shah (Ghazni) ND (1117-1157) back
Dirham - Bahram Shah (Ghazni) ND (1117-1157) photo
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Dirham - Bahram Shah Ghazni ND

 
Silver 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Ghaznavid dynasty
Sultan
Bahram Shah (1117-1157)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1117-1157
Value
Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (977-1186)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#149070
Rarity index
85%

Comment

Citing Adud al-Dawla Sanjar, caliph al-Mustarshid

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an inscription in the Ghaznavid era's distinctive "Shikaste" calligraphy style, which was used in the 12th century during the reign of Bahram Shah.