Umayyad Caliphate Drachm - al-Hajjaj b. Yusuf, 696 – 714
Yazd mint - Umayyad Governors of Iraq - Arab-Sasanian
Information
Country
Umayyad Caliphate
Umayyad Caliphate
Currency
Drachm
(661 – 750)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
AR Drachm
Year
696 – 714
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.88
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
AR Drachm from Umayyad Caliphate. Issued from 696 to 714. Struck in Silver. Measures 30 mm and weighs 3.88 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned Sasanian-style bust right; bism allāh in margin
- Reverse
- Fire altar flanked by attendants; star and crescent flanking flames
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (696-714) | — | Yazd mint |
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