1 Dinar - Abu Muhammad Abd Allah I Tilimsan

Emitent Zayyanid dynasty
Rok 1397-1400
Typ Standard circulation coin
Hodnota Dinar (1)
Měna Dinar (1236-1555)
Složení Gold
Hmotnost 4.47 g
Průměr
Tloušťka
Tvar Round (irregular)
Technika Hammered
Orientace
Rytci
V oběhu do
Reference A#C516
Popis líce
Písmo líce Arabic
Opis líce
Popis rubu
Písmo rubu Arabic
Opis rubu
Hrana Plain.
Mincovna
Náklad ND (1397-1400) - -
ID Numisquare 2151142130
Další informace

Historical Context: This 1 Dinar coin, issued by the Zayyanid dynasty (1397-1400), dates to the reign of Abu Muhammad Abd Allah I. Tilimsan (Tlemcen), the Zayyanid capital, was a pivotal cultural and commercial hub in the Maghreb. Abd Allah I's rule saw continued efforts to assert Zayyanid sovereignty amidst persistent regional rivalries with the Marinids and Hafsids. The issuance of gold dinars underscored the dynasty's economic stability and its claim to legitimate authority during a period of considerable political flux.

Artistry: Consistent with Islamic numismatic tradition, the artistry of this dinar is entirely epigraphic, eschewing figural representation. While no specific engraver is attributed, the design reflects the sophisticated calligraphic school prevalent in the Maghreb. The obverse and reverse would feature

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