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Gold Dinar - Abbasid Dynasty - Caliph Al Mansur
Estimate:
$300 - $400
Sold
$550
Live Auction
January 23rd, 2025 Gallery Auction l Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Coins & Currency, Fashion & Accessories
Category
Description
Gold Dinar of al-Mansur, born Abu Ja'far 'Abd Allah ibn Muhammad al Mansur, he was the second Caliph of the Abassid dynasty which ruled from 750-1258 CE and his personal reign was 754-775. The currency was Gold Dinars and Silver Dirhams. This is a slightly clipped gold dinar weighing 3.48 grams and is about 1,266 years old. He ruled from 136-158 AH and the date seems to be AH 144 but the edges make it hard to completely define. Islamic Statement of faith also on the coin. Gold purity was tested by X-Ray Florescence as 90%
Condition
3.48 grams of 90% gold