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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Muhammad ibn Ghazan ND
| Silver | 0.43 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Umayyad Caliphate › Muhammad ibn Ghazan (744-745) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 744-745 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.43 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386839 |
|---|---|
| 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 Muhammad ibn Ghazan, who was the ruler of the Sind region in the Islamic states during the 8th century. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.43 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians, providing insight into the economic and political systems of the Islamic states during the early Middle Ages.
