© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Drachm - 'Abd al-Rahman b. Muhammad Arab-Sasanian ND
| Silver | 3.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 699-702 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (661-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Umayyad Caliph, Abd al-Rahman ibn Muhammad, who ruled from 699 to 702 CE. The coin was minted during his reign and is a rare example of a coin from this time period that features a portrait of a caliph. This coin is also significant because it highlights the blending of Arab and Sasanian cultures during the Umayyad period, as seen in the coin's design and inscriptions.
