© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Dirham - Shams al-Din Ildegiz Kalima/citing Seljuq Mas'ud ND
| Billon | 12 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ildegizid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Governor | Shams al-Din Eldigüz (circa 1135-1175) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1137-1175 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#413083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Comment
1898.5 BI Dirham, citing the Seljuq ruler Mas'ud in the reverse margin, the kalima in the obverse margin
R [Rare]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al-Din Ildegiz, who was the founder of the Ildegizid dynasty and ruled from 1137 to 1175. The coin features a unique blend of Islamic and Mongolian influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and political ties between the two empires during that time. Additionally, the use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice in coinage during the Seljuq era, and this coin is a prime example of that.
