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Almohad Caliphate Silver Dirham 1270 70 AED

Name: Almohad Caliphate Silver Dirham 1270 70 AED
Price: 70 AED
Availability: InStock

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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 26th February 2026

Description

📌 Basic Information
• Type: Silver Dirham
• Period: AD 1163–1270
• Dynasty: Almohad Caliphate
• Region: North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia) and Muslim Spain (Al-Andalus)
• Metal: Silver
• Shape: Typically square (distinctive Almohad style)
• Weight (average): ~1.4–1.6 grams

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🏛 Historical Background

The Almohads were a Berber Muslim dynasty that ruled a vast empire across North Africa and parts of Spain. Their coinage is famous for its geometric square design and religious inscriptions instead of ruler portraits.

Most Almohad dirhams feature:
• Islamic declarations of faith (Shahada)
• Quranic verses
• Names/titles of the caliph
• Mint name (sometimes visible)

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🔎 About Your Coin (Based on Slab Label)
• Grading Company: MEGA (Middle East Grading Alliance)
• Grade: VF Details (Very Fine Details)
• Note: Corrosion (surface damage noted)

“VF Details” means the coin originally had Very Fine detail, but corrosion prevents it from receiving a straight numeric grade.

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💰 Approximate Value

Because of:
• Heavy corrosion
• Fragmented appearance
• No visible clear inscriptions

Estimated market value:
• $20 – $60 USD
(Complete, well-preserved examples can reach $100–$250+ depending on clarity and mint.)

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📚 Collectibility

Almohad square dirhams are popular among:
• Islamic coin collectors
• Medieval coin specialists
• North African / Andalusian history enthusiasts

Even corroded examples remain collectible due to their historical significance (over 750 years old).