Islamic Coin Abbasid al-Haruniya (Armenia) Dirham
SKU: C.387.
Period: Islamic Abbasid.
Caliph: Harun al-Rashid (Abu Jafar Harun, b. al-Mahdi).
Date: Year 171 AH (787/788 AD).
Material: Silver.
Mint: al-Haruniya (Armenia)
Denomination: Dirham.
Condition: Near Extremely fine.
Rarity: Extremely rare.
Description
Description
Ancient Islamic Coin Silver dirham was struck at the al-Haruniya mint in Armenia during the reign of the famous Abbasid Caliph Harun al-Rashid (Abu Jafar Harun, b.alMahdi), who ruled from 786 to 809 AD. Dated to the year 171 AH (787/788 AD), this coin stands as a rare and valuable artifact from one of the most illustrious periods in Islamic history.
- Obverse:
The central inscription reads “Muhammad Rasul Allah Salla Allah Alayhi Wa Sallam” (Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace).
- Reverse:
Citing “Rajah” and three uncertain letters down, indicating specific mint or administrative details.
Harun al-Rashid is one of the most well-known Abbasid caliphs, renowned for his role in the Islamic Golden Age, a period marked by significant advancements in science, culture, and economy. Coins from his reign, especially those struck in specific mints like al-Haruniya, are highly prized for their historical and numismatic significance.
rarity: Extremely rare.
