© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
Dirham - Ibrahim b. al-Husayn Uzjand
559 (1164) year| Billon (Copper+Silver) | 3.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Qarakhanids of Uzkand (Qarakhanid apanages) |
|---|---|
| Khan | Ibrahim ibn al-Husayn (1156-1178) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 559 (1164) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (840-1212) |
| Composition | Billon (Copper+Silver) |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#197536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in ancient coinage, as it allowed for the creation of coins with a silver-like appearance without using pure silver, which was often too expensive for widespread use. The use of Billon in this coin reflects the efforts of the Qarakhanids to create a durable and affordable currency for their empire.
