© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Dirham - Mika'il b. Ja'far Imitating Samanid prototypes
| Silver | 3.30 g | - |
| Issuer | Volga Bulgaria (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Mikaʾil ibn Jaʿfar (circa 910s-920s) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 338-350 (950-962) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (898-1240) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.30 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#145232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
A-P1481- temp. Mika'il b. Ja'far -
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal during that time period. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and it was often used to mint coins for important transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was a significant and valuable coin in its time.
