Drachm - 'Abd al-Rahman b. Zayd Arab-Sasanian ND
| Silver | 2.92 g | - |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 672-680 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (661-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80752 |
|---|---|
| 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 Zayd, who ruled from 672 to 680 CE, on one side, and an image of the Sasanian king Ardashir I, who ruled from 224 to 242 CE, on the other side. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines the imagery of two different empires and rulers, reflecting the complex political and cultural exchange that occurred during the early Islamic period.
