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Dirham - temp. Qaidu Khan Samarqand ND
| Silver | 1 g | - |
| Issuer | Chagatai Khanate |
|---|---|
| Khan | Qaidu (1270-1302) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1264-1303 |
| Value | 1 Dirham (⅙) |
| Currency | Dinar (1225-1680) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#396542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
The Dirham coin was issued during the reign of Qaidu Khan, who was a powerful Mongol emperor who ruled over the Chagatai Khanate, a vast territory that stretched from present-day China to Central Asia. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1 gram, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was issued during Qaidu Khan's reign suggests that he was a powerful and influential leader who was able to mint his own currency, which was a symbol of his power and authority.
