Dirham - Nuh b. Mansur - "Nuh II" (Balkh) ND (976-997) front Dirham - Nuh b. Mansur - "Nuh II" (Balkh) ND (976-997) back
Dirham - Nuh b. Mansur - "Nuh II" (Balkh) ND (976-997) photo
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Dirham - Nuh b. Mansur - "Nuh II" Balkh ND

 
Silver 3.27 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Samanid dynasty
Emir
Nuh III (976-997)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
976-997
Value
1 Dirham (0.7)
Currency
Dinar (819-999)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.27 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#147704
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nuh II, who was the last ruler of the Samanid dynasty and was known for his efforts to revive the Persian language and culture. Despite his efforts, the Samanid dynasty was eventually overthrown by the Ghaznavid Empire.