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Imitation: a corrupt copy of a dinar of Fatimid ruler Mustansir (1035-94)
Mint: Acre
History note: Grantley 4478; ex Glendining 27.4.1945
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2006) by Grierson, Philip, Prof.
Production date: circa AD 1200
Object composed of gold Diameter 2.09 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 3.80 g
Accession number: CM.PG.465-2006
Primary reference Number: 225534
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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