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Dirham ND
| Bronze | 0.45 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (1154-1166) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1154-1166 |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#346384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eight-rayed star, kufic legend on lap.
Script: Arabic (kufic)
Interesting fact
The Dirham ND (1154-1166) from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) was minted during the reign of King William I, also known as William the Bad. Despite his ominous nickname, William I was known for his efforts to promote economic growth and stability in the kingdom, which may have contributed to the production of this coin.
