Dirham - Sayf al-din Ghazi II ND
| Copper | 11.54 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Mosul (Zengid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Sayf al-Din Ghazi II (1170-1180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1170-1180 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (1127-1250) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.54 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#70691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in field, Arabic inscription anti-clockwise around in three segments, all enclosed by beaded circle.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الملك العادل
العالم ملك امرا
الشرق و الغرب
طغرلتكين اتابك
Comment
Spengler & Sayles 60Interesting fact
The Dirham coin is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Sayf al-Din Ghazi II, who was a prominent leader of the Zengid dynasty, which was a powerful Turkish dynasty that ruled much of the Middle East and North Africa during the 12th century. The coin is made of copper and weighs 11.54 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. It's also interesting to note that the coin was issued in the Emirate of Mosul, which was an important city in the Zengid Empire.
