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Dirham - Nuh III al-Shash ND
| Silver | 3.43 g | 32 mm |
| 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 | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#226568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The Samanid dynasty, which issued this coin, was the last Iranian dynasty before the Mongol invasion. Despite their turbulent history, they managed to create a cultural and scientific renaissance, with significant contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine. The Samanid court was known for its tolerance and encouragement of learning, attracting scholars from various parts of the Islamic world.
