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Qirat - Ishaq b. Ali
541 (1147) year| Silver | 0.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Almoravid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Emir | Ishaq ibn Ali (1147) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 541 (1147) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | Qirat (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Dinar (1040-1147) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81416 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
The Qirat coin is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Ishaq b. Ali, who was the last king of the Almoravid dynasty. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 0.96 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar composition. This may suggest that the coin was designed to be easily portable and accessible to a wide range of people, reflecting the Almoravid dynasty's emphasis on trade and commerce.
