Jital - ‘Ala al-din Muhammad "Muhammad II of Khwarezm" (Horseman type - Herat) ND (1200-1220) front Jital - ‘Ala al-din Muhammad "Muhammad II of Khwarezm" (Horseman type - Herat) ND (1200-1220) back
Jital - ‘Ala al-din Muhammad "Muhammad II of Khwarezm" (Horseman type - Herat) ND (1200-1220) photo

Jital - ‘Ala al-din Muhammad "Muhammad II of Khwarezm" Horseman type - Herat ND

 
Billon 2.46 g 12.22 mm
Description
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
2.46 g
Diameter
12.22 mm
Thickness
2.32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#59135
Rarity index
82%

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a horseman, which was a common motif in coins of the Khwarezmian Empire. The horseman symbolized the power and strength of the empire, and was often depicted with a sword or a bow and arrow, representing the military prowess of the Khwarezmid rulers.