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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Abu Yusuf ND
| Silver | 0.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Abu Yusuf (circa 1005-1040) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1005-1040 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.44 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386810 |
|---|---|
| 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 during the Islamic Golden Age, which was a period of significant cultural, scientific, and economic achievements in the Islamic world. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the artistic and religious values of the time, and its use spread beyond the Sind region to other parts of the Islamic world.
