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Dirham - Mangu Timur Bulghar
| Silver | 1.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Golden Horde |
|---|---|
| Khan | Mangu Timur (1266-1280) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 670-681 (1266-1282) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham / Dang / Yarmag (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1227-1502) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#323900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription a cartouche in two lines, date in the third line (undated variants exist)
Script: Arabic
Translation:
Mangu Timur
the Fair
date
Comment
Interesting fact
The Dirham coin is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Mangu Timur, who was the Khan of the Golden Horde, a Mongol khanate that ruled over much of Eastern Europe and Central Asia during the 13th century. The coin features an inscription in Arabic that reads "Al-Sultanu al-Azam" (The Greatest Sultan), which reflects the influence of Islamic culture on the Mongol Empire at that time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 1.36 grams suggests that it was a significant denomination in the currency system of the Golden Horde.
