Dirham "Dang" - Jani Beg (Saray al-Jadida) 746-749 (1346-1349) front Dirham "Dang" - Jani Beg (Saray al-Jadida) 746-749 (1346-1349) back
Dirham "Dang" - Jani Beg (Saray al-Jadida) 746-749 (1346-1349) photo
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Dirham "Dang" - Jani Beg Saray al-Jadida

 
Silver 1.52 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Golden Horde
Khan
Jani Beg (1342-1357)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
746-749 (1346-1349)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Dirham / Dang / Yarmag (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (1227-1502)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.52 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#95207
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Arabic inscription

Translation:
Minted in Saray
al-Jadida
746

Comment


 

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Jani Beg, who was the Khan of the Golden Horde from 1345 to 1357. During his reign, the Golden Horde was facing economic difficulties, and the issuance of this coin was likely an attempt to address these issues by introducing a new, lighter weight silver coin that could be used for everyday transactions. Despite its small size, the coin still maintained a high level of craftsmanship and design, featuring intricate details and calligraphy that reflected the cultural and artistic achievements of the Golden Horde.