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Dirham - Muhammad II al-Burtuqali ND
| Silver | 1.48 g | - |
| Issuer | Wattasid dynasty (North Africa and Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Muhammad II al-Burtuqali (1504-1526) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1526 |
| Value | Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1472-1554) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Size | 13 × 13 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#434835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription within square within beaded square border.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عبد الله
محمد أمير
المسلمين
Comment
According to Album, minted at Fes and or Meknes. Cited weight is c. 1.9 grams, but poorly struck coins with variation.
Interesting fact
The Muhammad II al-Burtuqali Dirham coin from the Wattasid dynasty is notable for its unique design, which features a combination of Islamic and European influences. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Al-Sultanu al-Adil Muhammad bin Yahya" (The Just Sultan Muhammad, son of Yahya), while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a flower, which was a common motif in Islamic art. The coin's silver content and relatively small weight also make it a significant piece in the history of Islamic coinage.
