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Dirham - Nasr II b. Ahmad Bracteate type ND
| Silver | 2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Samanid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Emir | Nasr II (914-943) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 914-943 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (819-999) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Uniface bracteate of the reverse, therefore no mint & date.
Script: Arabic
Comment
Presumably made for jewelry or other non-circulating purposes.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Dirham - Nasr II b. Ahmad (Bracteate type) ND (914-943) from Samanid dynasty made of Silver weighing 2 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features an inscription in Arabic, while the reverse side features a depiction of a mythical creature, possibly a dragon or a phoenix, which is a common motif in pre-Islamic Persian art. This blending of styles and themes reflects the cultural diversity and rich history of the Samanid dynasty, which ruled over a vast territory that included parts of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia.
