© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Dirham "Lion and Sun" - anepigraphic Bulghar ND
| Silver | 1.23 g | - |
| Issuer | Golden Horde |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1310 |
| Value | 1 Dirham / Dang / Yarmag (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1227-1502) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.23 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular, Weight and diametr may vary) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#326749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
The Lion and Sun Dirham coin from the Golden Horde is an interesting piece of history because it features a unique blend of Islamic and Mongolian influences. The obverse side of the coin features an inscription in the Mongolian language, while the reverse side features an image of a lion and the sun, which is a common motif in Islamic art. This coin is a rare example of cultural fusion during the Mongol Empire's rule over Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
