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Drachm / "Zuzun" - Muhammad b. Marwan Umayyad Caliphate - 661-750 AD - Arab-Armenian ND
| Silver | 3.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 661-752 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (661-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80512 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zoroastrian altar between two servers, each holding a sword
Interesting fact
The Umayyad Caliphate, which issued this coin, was the first Islamic empire, and it played a significant role in the spread of Islam throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Europe. The Caliphate was established by Muawiyah ibn Abu Sufyan, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, and it lasted for over a century, from 661 to 750 AD. During this time, the Umayyad rulers, like Muhammad b. Marwan, who issued this coin, were known for their military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements.
