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Dirham "Dang" - Berdi Beg Gulistan
760 (1359) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Golden Horde |
|---|---|
| Khan | Berdi Beg (1357-1359) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 760 (1359) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham / Dang / Yarmag (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1227-1502) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#162923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Islamic inscription
Translation:
Mint of
City Gulistan
760
Comment
Berdi Beg khan - son of Jani Beg khan. Khan of the Golden Horde from 1357 till 1359, murdered by his brother Qulpa, after which there was an era of anarchy started in the Golden Horde and brought it to its end.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dirham "Dang" - Berdi Beg (Gulistan) 760 (1359) from Golden Horde made of Silver is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Berdi Beg, who was the Khan of the Golden Horde from 1357 to 1359. The coin was minted in the city of Gulistan, which was a major center of trade and commerce during that time. The use of silver in the coin's production was a significant departure from the traditional use of copper or bronze in coinage, and it reflects the wealth and prosperity of the Golden Horde during that period.
