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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Abd al-Mansur al-Mu'askar ND
| Silver | 0.30 g | - |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abd al-Mansur al-Mu'askar (circa 1031-1059) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1031-1059 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.30 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Qanhari Dirham "Damma" coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Islamic states during the reign of Abd al-Mansur al-Mu'askar in the 11th century. Despite being made of silver, the coin was relatively lightweight, weighing only 0.30 grams. This suggests that the coin was designed to be easily portable and accessible to people of all social classes, facilitating trade and commerce in the region.
