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1/2 Dirham Crusader imitation in the name of al-Salih Isma'il and Caliph al-Mustansir, Dimashq
| Issuer | Kingdom of Jerusalem |
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| Year | 1240-1250 |
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| Value | 1 Dirham (0.7) |
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| Obverse description | Central field bearing the Arabic legend 'al-Malik al-Salih bi-Dimashq' arranged in multiple lines within a rectangular frame, typical of Ayyubid-style dirhams. A horizontal rule divides the central inscription field from a lower register containing additional text. The marginal segments carry the mint name Dimashq and the date, following the standard Islamic coin layout imitated by the Crusader die-cutters. The die work is bold but irregular, consistent with a Frankish workshop copying Islamic prototypes. The overall composition faithfully replicates Ayyubid dirham typology of the mid-13th century. |
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| Obverse script | Arabic |
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| Reverse description | Central field displaying the Arabic Kalima or religious invocation arranged in multiple lines within a rectangular frame bordered by a horizontal rule and a row of pellets or beaded border above. The inscription invokes the Abbasid Caliph al-Mustansir and the basmala formula, following standard Islamic coinage practice. The die engraving is bold and raised in high relief, with the characteristic irregular flan edge produced by hand-cutting the blank. The layout closely mirrors the reverse of authentic Ayyubid dirhams struck at Damascus, demonstrating the Crusader moneyers' intent to produce a coin acceptable in Levantine commerce. |
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