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Dirham1196-1218/592-615 A.H.

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Silver coin with Arabic script inscription in raised relief, encircled by dotted and interlaced borders, surface darkened with oxidation
Circular metal medallion with raised Arabic script at center, surrounded by bands of dotted beading and interlaced arabesque scrollwork; worn silver surface with traces of red pigment.

Unknown, Dirham, 1196-1218/592-615 A.H., Los Angeles County Museum of Art, The Madina Collection of Islamic Art, gift of Camilla Chandler Frost, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Title
Dirham
Place Made
Syria, Damascus (attributable to)
Date Made
1196-1218/592-615 A.H.
Medium
Coin
Dimensions
13/16 in. (2.06 cm)
Credit Line
The Madina Collection of Islamic Art, gift of Camilla Chandler Frost
Accession Number
M.2002.1.411
Classification
Tools and Equipment
Collecting Area
Art of the Middle East: Islamic