Drachm - Samura b. Jundab Arab-Sasanian ND
| Silver | 4.09 g | - |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 666-674 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (661-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a Sasanian king, likely Ardashir III, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the Arabic inscription "Al-Samurah b. Jundab" and the Umayyad caliphate's mint name "al-Mustashfiz" (meaning "the victorious"). This coin represents a unique blend of Persian and Arabic cultures during the early Islamic period.
