Square ½ Dirham - Malaga ND (1238-1492) front Square ½ Dirham - Malaga ND (1238-1492) back
Square ½ Dirham - Malaga ND (1238-1492) photo

Square ½ Dirham - Malaga ND

 
Silver 0.9 g -
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Granada (Al-Andalus and Ceuta)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1238-1492
Value
½ Dirham (7⁄20)
Currency
Dinar (1232-1492)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.9 g
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#84995
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
ولا غالب
الا الله تع
مالقة

Translation:
And there is no conqueror
except God (Ta)
Malaga

Interesting fact

The Square ½ Dirham coin from the Emirate of Granada (Al-Andalus and Ceuta) made of Silver weighing 0.9 g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Islamic Golden Age, a period of significant cultural, scientific, and economic achievements in the Islamic world. The coin's design, featuring geometric patterns and Arabic inscriptions, reflects the artistic and cultural influences of the time.