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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Imran ibn Musa ibn Yayha ND
| Silver | 0.49 g |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abbasid Caliphate › Imran ibn Musa ibn Yayha (836-838) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 836-838 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.49 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Qanhari Dirham "Damma" coin is that it was issued during the reign of Imran ibn Musa ibn Yayha, who was the ruler of the Sind region in the Islamic states during the 9th century. Despite being a small coin made of silver and weighing only 0.49 grams, it was an important form of currency during that time and played a significant role in the economic transactions of the region.
