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Dirham - Salar ibn Yazid citing Caliph al-Qa'im; Three-Pointed Star Type ND
| Billon | 3.59 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | Shirvanshah dynasty (Islamic Caucasia) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Sallar (1050-1063) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1050-1063 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (799-1607) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.59 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#398356 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique three-pointed star design on one side, which is believed to represent the three main religions of the region at the time: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. This symbolism reflects the religious tolerance and diversity of the Shirvanshah dynasty, which ruled over a multicultural and multireligious society in Islamic Caucasia.
