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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Farâs ND
| Silver | 0.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abbasid Caliphate › Farâs (circa 840-854) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 840-854 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Qanhari Dirham "Damma" coin from Sind (Islamic states) is that it was made of silver and weighed only 0.19 grams, making it one of the smallest silver coins issued during the Islamic Golden Age. Despite its small size, it was still a widely used denomination in its time and played an important role in the economy of the region.
