Drachm - 'Abd Allah b. 'Umayya (Arab-Sasanian) ND (694-697) front Drachm - 'Abd Allah b. 'Umayya (Arab-Sasanian) ND (694-697) back
Drachm - 'Abd Allah b. 'Umayya (Arab-Sasanian) ND (694-697) photo

Drachm - 'Abd Allah b. 'Umayya Arab-Sasanian ND

 
Silver 3.22 g -
Description
Issuer
Umayyad Caliphate
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
694-697
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (661-750)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.22 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#80597
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Umayyad caliph, Abd Allah b. 'Umayya, who ruled from 694 to 697 CE. The coin was minted during his reign and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Umayyad Caliphate. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 3.22 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar composition. This may suggest that the coin was intended for everyday use and was not meant to be a high-value or commemorative coin.