Abbasid Gold Dinar — Caliph Harun al-Rashid, AH 172 / 788‑789 AD
£4,200.00
A finely crafted Abbasid gold Dinar, minted in AH 172 (AD 788‑789) during the reign of Caliph Harun ibn Muhammad al-Rashid (AH 170‑193 / AD 786‑809), one of the most celebrated rulers of the Abbasid Caliphate. This coin reflects the early stability and wealth of the Abbasid Empire and exemplifies the elegance and artistry of late 8th-century Islamic coinage.
Obverse
Features inscriptions in elegant Abbasid script, typical of gold dinars from Caliph Harun al-Rashid’s reign, emphasizing his authority and religious invocations.
Reverse
Displays further inscriptions and traditional motifs, characteristic of Abbasid gold coins of this period.
Specifications
- Region: Abbasid Caliphate
- Ruler: Caliph Harun ibn Muhammad al-Rashid
- Denomination: Gold Dinar
- Date: AH 172 / 788‑789 AD
- Metal: Gold
- Weight: 4.12 g
- Reference: A. 218.2
A coin in About Very Fine condition, with a slightly bent flan and minor encrustation to the surface, typical for coins of this age. Despite these minor imperfections, it remains a highly desirable example for collectors of early Islamic gold coinage.
Grade: About Very Fine
Authenticity guaranteed. Photos show the exact coin offered.
Product Ref: TTA28L103
