Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz ND (854-884) front Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz ND (854-884) back
Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz ND (854-884) photo
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Qandhari Dirham "Damma" - Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz ND

 
Silver 0.61 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Sind (Islamic states)
Emir
Umar I ibn 'Abd al-'Aziz al-Habbari (circa 854-884)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
854-884
Value
Dirham (1)
Currency
Dirham (854-1011)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.61 g
Diameter
10 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#199318
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Arabic inscription: "Lillah / Muhammad / rasul / Allah / 'Umar"

Translation: In God, Muhammad is the messenger of God, 'Umar.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Attributed to Umar I, the first of the Habbarid amirs who took control of the Sindh region with caliphal approval in ca. 854 CE but ruled independently, functionally succeeding from the Caliphate. Further references: Fishman/Todd #HS4, var. a; SKU# H45.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Qandhari Dirham "Damma" coin is that it was issued during the reign of Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz, who was a prominent Islamic leader and reformer. He is known for his efforts to promote justice, equality, and prosperity throughout the Islamic world, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic advancements. The coin itself is a reflection of the economic and trade relationships between the Islamic states and other regions during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (854-884)  - - - - - -

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