Dirham "Four-Pointed Star" - al-Fadl II b. Shawur ND (1067-1073) front Dirham "Four-Pointed Star" - al-Fadl II b. Shawur ND (1067-1073) back
Dirham "Four-Pointed Star" - al-Fadl II b. Shawur ND (1067-1073) photo
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Dirham "Four-Pointed Star" - al-Fadl II b. Shawur ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Shaddadids of Ganja (Shaddadid dynasty)
Emir
Fadl II (1067-1073)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1067-1073
Value
Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (951-1199)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#408636
Rarity index
97%

Comment

"1492F AR dirham

RRR [Extremely Rare]

Citing the Seljuq Alp Arslan as overlord, mint & date unknown."

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Four-Pointed Star" Dirham coin is that it features a unique design element - a four-pointed star - which is not commonly found on coins from the Shaddadid dynasty. This star symbol may have been used to represent the four caliphs of Islam, or it may have had a different meaning specific to the Shaddadid dynasty. The use of this symbol on the coin adds to its historical and cultural significance, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians to study.