Qirat - Ahmad ibn Hud ND

One interesting fact about the Ahmad ibn Hud Qirat coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Christian influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a depiction of a horseman, which was a common motif in Islamic coinage during the Almoravid period. However, the horseman is depicted in a distinctly non-Islamic style, with a rounded shield and a spear that resembles a Christian cross. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Almoravid period, when Islamic and Christian artistic traditions coexisted and influenced each other.