© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Dirham "Dang" - Nawruz Beg Azaq
| Silver | 1.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Golden Horde |
|---|---|
| Khan | Nawruz (1360) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 760-761 (1359-1360) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham / Dang / Yarmag (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1227-1502) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#328291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
The Dirham "Dang" coin from the Golden Horde, minted during the reign of Nawruz Beg (Azaq) in 760-761 (1359-1360), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and it weighed 1.2 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin of its size. This coin was also a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
