Abbasid Caliphate, al-Mahdi, silver coin, 1 dirham, AH161 (777–778 AD), al-Muhammadiyah mint, Islamic ancient coin.

 Abbasid Caliphate Al-Mahdi Silver Dirham AH 161 (777–778 AD) al-Muhammadiya Mint

 Product description at the beginning

 This item is a silver 1 dirham coin issued during the reign of al-Mahdi, the third Caliph of the Abbasid Caliphate. Based on the Arabic inscription around the edge, it is classified as a type minted at the al-Muhammadiyah mint in 161 Hijri (777-778 AD). It is a historical silver coin from the late 8th century, approximately 1,250 years ago, a time when the Islamic world was undergoing political and cultural development.

 Al-Muhammadiyah was an important minting center located in present-day Iran, generally associated with the ancient city of Rey. Rey was a key transportation hub connecting East and West trade, and played a vital role in politics, commerce, and coin production during the Abbasid period. This coin is also a tangible historical document that conveys the economic ties between the Iranian region and the Abbasid central government at that time.

 Inscription on the surface

 In the center, the following confession of faith is inscribed in Kufic Arabic script:

 لا إله إلا الله
 Allah وحده
 لا شريك له

 This means, "There is no god but Allah, and Allah is one and there is no one like him."

 The following publication information is printed on the outer edge.

 بسم الله ضرب هذا الدرهم بالمحمدية سنة احدى وستين ومئة

 This inscription means, "In the name of Allah, this dirham was struck in al-Muhammadiyah in 161 AD," and is an important inscription indicating the minting place and year of issue of this coin.

 Inscription on the reverse side

 The following content is placed in the center:

 Muhammad Rasul
 الله صلى الله
 عليه وسلم
 الخليفة المهدي

 The inscription reads something to the effect of, "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah. May Allah bless him and grant him peace. Caliph al-Mahdi."

 The coin is inscribed with religious texts to the effect that "Muhammad is the messenger of Allah, who has sent him with guidance and the true religion, which has surpassed all religions." This text, widely used on early Islamic coinage, is derived from verse 33 of chapter 9 of the Quran.

 Updated product specifications

 Issuing country/dynasty: Abbasid Caliphate
 Ruler: Third Caliph al-Mahdi
 Year of publication: 161 AD (Hijri calendar)
 Year: 777–778 AD
 Minting location: Al-Muhammadiyah
 Location of the mint: Present-day Iran, around Rey
 Face value: 1 dirham
 Material: Silver
 Standard weight: Approximately 2.89 grams
 Standard diameter: Approximately 25 mm
 Shape: Irregular circular
 Manufacturing method: Stamping method
 Script: Arabic script / Kufic script
 Coin orientation: Varies from coin to coin
 Catalog number: Numista N#74677
 Reference number: Album 215.1
 Appraisal: Unappraised by a third-party appraisal organization.
 Condition: Shows signs of age-related wear, minor scratches, scuffs, uneven stamping, and color changes.
 Product: You will receive the actual item shown in the image.

 *Approximately 2.89 grams and 25 millimeters are standard reference values for this coin type. If actual measurements of individual items are available, please prioritize listing those measurements. Numista

 ge-related toning. Such variations are normal for an individually hammered silver coin more than 1,200 years old. You will receive the exact coin shown in the photographs.