Abbasid Caliphate Drachm "Black Dirhems Muhammadi " - citing Caliph al-Amin - Sogdiana "Transoxiana", 809 – 813
Arab-Bukharan
Information
Country
Abbasid Caliphate
Abbasid Caliphate
Currency
Drachm
(750 – 948)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Billon Drachm
Year
809 – 813
Composition
Billon (Copper+Silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.6
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Billon Drachm from Abbasid Caliphate. Issued from 809 to 813. Struck in Billon (Copper+Silver). Measures 24 mm and weighs 2.6 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of king right. In front of the face and behind the head pehlevi legend.
- Reverse
- Fire altar. On both sides of the altar figures of attendants.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (809-813) | — | 193-197 AH |
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