Abbasid, temp. Al-Rashid, AR Dirham, Madinat al-Salam (Baghdad), Dated AH 191 = 806/7

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Islamic, Abbasid, Al-Rashid, AH 170-193 / AD 786-809, AR Dirham (Silver, 20 mm, 2.89 g), Madinat al-Salam (Baghdad), year AH 191 = 806/7 – nicely toned
Arabic Title : Ų„Ų³Ł„Ų§Ł…ŁŠŲŒ Ų§Ł„Ų®Ł„Ų§ŁŲ© Ų§Ł„Ų¹ŲØŲ§Ų³ŁŠŲ© ŲŒ Ų§Ł„Ų±Ų§Ų“ŲÆŲŒ ŲÆŲ±Ł‡Ł… ŁŲ¶Ų©ŲŒ Ł…ŲÆŁŠŁ†Ų© Ų§Ł„Ų³Ł„Ų§Ł… (ŲØŲŗŲÆŲ§ŲÆ)ŲŒ Ų³Ł†Ų© Ł”Ł©Ł” Ł‡Ł€
Era/Ruler:Ā  Abbasid, Al-Rashid Mint/Date :Ā  Madinat al-Salam (Baghdad), Year AH 191 = 806/7
DenomĀ Ā Ā  :Ā  AR Dirhem Wt/DiaĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā  : 2.89 gm / 20 mm
Obv:Ā  First part of kalima in three lines across field, mint and date formula in inner margin
Rev:Ā  Continuation of KalimaĀ  in the margin “Muhammad is the messenger of Allah. He sent him with guidance and the religion of truth, so that He may make it overcome all religions, even though the unbelievers may dislike it” in Arabic
Ref: Album 219.2 Rarity/Choice: Common, EF
Note: Minted in Madinat al-Salam (Baghdad) during the reign of Al-Rashid, this AR Dirham offers a glimpse into the vibrant Abbasid era. Al-Rashid’s reign was marked by significant cultural, economic, and scientific advancements, making Baghdad a center of learning and trade. This coin serves as a tangible relic of the Abbasid Caliphate’s influence and prosperity, showcasing the rich history of the region under Al-Rashid’s rule.