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Jital - ‘Ala al-din Muhammad "Muhammad II of Khwarezm" Bull type - Kurraman ND
| Billon | 3.13 g | 14.46 mm |
| Issuer | Khwarezmian Empire (Khwarezmian dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Muhammad II (1200-1220) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1220 |
| Value | 1 Jital (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Jital (1077-1231) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.13 g |
| Diameter | 14.46 mm |
| Thickness | 2.33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Arabic script
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some late issues replaced either the bull or the horseman with Arabic legends. The final step was taken when coins were made in the standard Islamic fashion with legends on both sides and no bull or horseman.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and power in the Khwarezmian Empire. The bull was also associated with the Persian god Mithra, who was revered in the region at the time. The inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the cultural and religious influences that shaped the currency and the empire that issued it.
