Samanid dynasty Dinar - Nasr II b. Ahmad, 316
Nishapur
Information
Country
Samanid dynasty
Currency
Dinar
(819 – 999)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dinar - Nasr II b. Ahmad
Year
316
Ruler
Nasr II
(914–943)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.93
Diameter (mm)
24.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dinar - Nasr II b. Ahmad from Samanid dynasty. Issued in 316. Struck in Gold. Measures 24.5 mm and weighs 3.93 g.
- Obverse
- Kalima in center, inscription in the circles around (Center: There is no deity but Allah, the One, there is no partner to Him Inner margin: In the name of Allah. This dinar was struck in Nishapur in the year 316 Outer margin: To Allah belongs the command before and after, and on that day the believers will rejoice with the help of Allah)
- Reverse
- Kalima in center and around, citing Caliph al-Muqtadir billah (Center: To Allah. Muhammad is the messenger of Allah. al-Muqtadir billah. Nasr son of Ahmad Circle: Muhammad is the messenger of Allah. He sent him with guidance and the religion of truth, so that He may make it overcome all religions, even though the unbelievers may dislike it)
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316 (928) | — | |||
| ND (302-320) | — |
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