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Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - 'Abd Allah III ND
| Silver | 0.44 g | 8.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abd Allah III (circa 1001-1015) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1001-1015 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.44 g |
| Diameter | 8.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Inscription
Script: Arabic (kufic)
Lettering: Muhammad rasul Allah al-amir ‘Abd Allah
Translation:
Mohammed messanger of God
Emir Abdallah
Edge
Plain
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 of Sind during the reign of 'Abd Allah III (1001-1015). Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 0.44 grams, making it a relatively lightweight and portable form of currency. This fact highlights the importance of the coin as a medium of exchange in the region, as well as the value placed on silver as a material for currency during that time period.
