711 AD Umayyad Dirham Silver Coin | Caliph Al-Walid I Reign | AU55 Grade | ANACS Certified
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🕋 Silver coins that tell the story of the beginning of the Islamic Empire
What we would like to introduce to you now is the Umayyad Dirham Silver Coin, a mysterious coin that seems to have been resurrected from the world of 711 AD, more than 1,300 years ago.
The dirham was issued during the reign of the then caliph (the supreme ruler of the Islamic state), Al-Walid I (reigned 705-715).
His reign was a golden age, a time of unprecedented expansion for the Islamic Empire, including the invasion of Andalusia (present-day Spain) and the start of expansion into India in the east, establishing the hegemony of the Islamic Empire.
This coin is a symbol of that era and an important testament to the early unified monetary system of Islamic civilization.
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🏛️ Mint location: Wasit — an important monetary city
The dirham was minted in the Iraqi city of Wasit.
At the time, the city was a strategic stronghold established by the famous military commander Hajjaj ibn Yusuf and served as an economic and administrative center.
Wasit means "middle" and was named after its location between the two major cities of Basra and Kufa.
The dirhams minted in this city, with their intricate Kufic calligraphy and religious designs, are considered the origin of Islamic numismatic art.
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🖋️ Design and Quranic engraving
One of the things that makes this coin so special is its lettered design.
At the time, Islam prohibited idolatry, so portraits of kings and emperors were not used, as in the Roman and Byzantine Empires, and religious messages were instead inscribed in Arabic calligraphy (Kufic script).
On the front is the following phrase:
• “لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له”
(There is no god but Allah and He has no partner)
• “بسم الله، ضرب هذا الدرهم بواسط سنة اثنين وتسعين”
(In the name of Allah, this dirham was minted in Wasit in 92 AH)
On the back you will find the following Quranic verse:
• “الله أحد، الله الصمد، لم يلد ولم يولد، ولم يكن له كفوا أحد”
(Surah 112 of the Quran, "The Truthful")
These also served as propaganda tools to widely spread the monotheistic faith of Islam.
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⚖️ Specifications and grading
• Minting year: AH92 (711 AD)
• Foundry: Wasit (now Iraq)
• Ruler: Al-Walid I (6th Caliph of the Umayyad dynasty)
• Material: Pure silver
• Weight: Approx. 2.87g
• Diameter: approx. 26mm
• Grade: AU55 (almost unused condition)
• Certification body: ANACS (one of the largest appraisal bodies in the United States)
The AU55 grade is considered to be in very good condition for a silver coin that is over 1,300 years old.
Although there is some minor wear, the main design and lettering remain extremely clear.
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🧠 Historical significance and collectible value
This dirham is an extremely valuable collector's item for the following reasons:
• Legacy of early Islamic monetary systems
• Artistic expression through Arabic calligraphy without idols
• Evidence from the time of Al-Walid I
• Real currency in the early global economy
Among the surviving Umayyad silver coins, certified AU grade coins are extremely rare.
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📦 Shipping and Warranty Information
• All items are shipped in strict moisture-proof and scratch-proof packaging.
• Packaged in a case with an ANACS certified label
• 100% Authentic Guaranteed by GoldSilverJapan
• Trackable international shipping (shipping included)
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🌐 A must-see for collectors around the world!
This product has attracted interest from coin collectors, historians, and investors not only in Japan but around the world.
Silver coins that are over 1,300 years old continue to be loved today as living artifacts that tell the story of religion, history, and art.
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🎁 Recommended for:
• People interested in Islamic history
• People who want to collect historical silver coins
• Those who want to invest in certified coins
• People looking for unique items with deep stories
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🛒 BUY NOW!
Such rare Islamic silver coins are extremely difficult to restock.
Stock is limited, so collectors and history buffs, get yours soon!
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