abbasid-caliphate-ah-132-749-750-ce-item
DenominationDirham
Country / EmpireAbbasid Caliphate
Obverse DesignTypical early Islamic Kufic script, likely featuring the central Islamic creed (Kalima/Shahada) and possibly the name of Abu Muslim, indicating his authority during the Abbasid Revolution. Marginal inscriptions would typically include the mint and date.
Reverse DesignTypical early Islamic Kufic script, likely featuring a Quranic verse (e.g., Sura 112, Al-Ikhlas) and the name of Abu Muslim, signifying his leadership during the revolutionary period. The Caliph's name might also be present, or it could solely focus on the revolutionary leader's authority.
