Anatolia & al-Jazira (Post-Seljuk), Artuqids Dynasty, temp. Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan, AE Dirham, Probably Mardin Mint, AH 589? = AD 1193

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Anatolia & al-Jazira (Post-Seljuk), Artuqids Dynasty, temp. Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan, AE Dirham(copper,11.53g,29mm), Probably Mardin Mint, AH 589? = AD 1193
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Era/Ruler: Artuqids Dynasty, temp. Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan Mint/Date : Probably Mardin, AH 589? = AD 1193
DenomĀ Ā Ā  : AE Dirham Wt/DiaĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā  : 11.53 g / 29 mm
Obv: ‘Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan’ (in Kufic) Diademed and draped male bust with long hair facing
Rev: ‘Allah, al-Imam al-Nasir, li-din Amir al-mu’minin’ in Kufic within beaded six-pointed star; around, date
Ref: Album 1830.1 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (attractive earthy patination)
Note: Nasir al-Din Artuq Arslan was a significant ruler of the Artuqid dynasty, known for his efforts to maintain stability and promote cultural and economic development in the region. Coins from his reign provide valuable insights into the political and economic landscape of Anatolia & al-Jazira during the late medieval period. The Mint of Mardin, located in present-day southeastern Turkey, was one of the principal mints under Artuqid rule. Coins minted here played a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce within the region and beyond its borders.