© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Dirham - Talib b. Ahmad Imitating Samanid prototypes - Suwar
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Volga Bulgaria (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Talib ibn Ahmad (circa 950s) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 338-347 (950-959) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
| Currency | Dinar (898-1240) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150165 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Rough
Comment
References:1. Corpus nummorum saeculorum IX-XI. 3. Skåne (no. 131)
2. Lebedev V.P. Nezamechennyi novyi tip dirhema emira Volzhskoi Bulgarii (no. 1)
3. Album O1481 RR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal during that time period. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and it was often used to mint coins for important transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was a significant and valuable coin in its time.
