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Qanhari Dirham "Damma" - Sayf al-Din 'Umayd ND
| Silver | 0.39 g | - |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Sayf al-Din 'Umayd (circa 1024-1059) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1024-1059 |
| Value | Damma (⅙) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.39 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386811 |
|---|---|
| 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 Sayf al-Din 'Umayd, who was the ruler of the Sind region in the 11th century. The coin features an inscription in Arabic that includes the name of the ruler, the date of issue, and a declaration of the coin's weight and purity. Despite its small size, the coin is considered significant because it provides insight into the economic and monetary systems of the Islamic states during that time period.
