Ruler: Al-Mahdi
Fragment of a silver dirham struck under the reign of al-Mahdi. The coin is struck at Madinat Jayy (Iran) in AH 162 (CE 778-779). The coin is part of two or more Scandinavian hoards of the 10th and 11th centuries.
History note: Under Review
Diameter: 20.6 mm
Die Axis: 11 h
Weight: 1.01 g
Method of acquisition: Given (2000-10-09) by Phillips, Dr Marcus and Mrs Susan.
8th Century
778
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779
Object composed of silver
Accession number: CM.743-2000
Primary reference Number: 266373
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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