Coin

Art Historical Context

This exquisite silver coin, struck in A.H. 340 (951 CE), offers a tangible glimpse into the vibrant Islamic world of the 10th century. As a product of the Abbasid era or its regional successors, it exemplifies the dirham—a standard silver currency that facilitated trade across vast empires from Spain to Central Asia. Minted with precision, its surface likely bears intricate Arabic inscriptions, including the date, ruler's name, and mint location, reflecting the era's emphasis on epigraphy as both artistic and administrative tool. In the Department of Islamic Art, this coin highlights the fusi...