Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - 'Abd Allah II ND (901-975) front Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - 'Abd Allah II ND (901-975) back
Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - 'Abd Allah II ND (901-975) photo
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Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - 'Abd Allah II ND

 
Silver 0.49 g 9.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Sind (Islamic states)
Emir
Abd Allah II (circa 901-975)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
901-975
Value
Damma (⅙)
Currency
Dirham (854-1011)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.49 g
Diameter
9.15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#362507
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Inscription

Script: Arabic (kufic)

Edge

Plain

Comment

Another type  'Abd Allah II, at Mint 3

@Geison_Pulga

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Qandhari Dirham "Damma" coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Islamic states during the reign of 'Abd Allah II (901-975). It was made of silver and weighed 0.49 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. This coin was also used as a means of exchange for goods and services, and its value was widely recognized and accepted in the region.