Abbasid Gold Dinar: Al-Muqtadir Billah, 318 AH

Description

House of Emirates® is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this extraordinary Abbasid Gold Dinar, a remarkable treasure struck during the reign of the celebrated Abbasid Caliph Al-Muqtadir Billah (r. 908–932 AD). Minted in the prosperous city of Al-Ahwaz in 318 AH / 930–931 AD.

This magnificent gold coin embodies the wealth, power, and artistic sophistication of one of the most influential Islamic empires in history.

More than eleven centuries old, this exceptional Gold Dinar stands as a witness to an era when the Abbasid Caliphate represented the pinnacle of global civilization. During the reign of Al-Muqtadir Billah, Baghdad was among the world’s greatest centers of commerce, scholarship, science, and culture. Gold dinars such as this circulated across vast trade networks stretching from the Atlantic shores of North Africa to the distant markets of Central Asia, serving as trusted instruments of exchange in a thriving medieval economy.

Struck in lustrous gold and weighing an impressive 4.70 grams, the coin displays the elegant epigraphic artistry characteristic of Abbasid numismatics. Its carefully executed Arabic inscriptions proclaim the faith and authority of the Islamic state, while its broad 25 mm flan offers a striking visual presence. The harmonious balance of calligraphy, geometry, and craftsmanship reflects the refined aesthetic values of the Islamic Golden Age, transforming this coin into both a monetary instrument and a work of art.

The Al-Ahwaz mint, located in present-day southwestern Iran, was among the important provincial mints of the Abbasid realm. Coins issued from this mint are highly sought after by collectors and historians for their historical significance and connection to one of the most dynamic periods of Islamic history. Surviving examples in collectible condition remain increasingly desirable as global demand for museum-quality Islamic gold continues to grow.

Today, this majestic Abbasid Gold Dinar represents far more than a rare numismatic artifact. It is a tangible link to a golden age of innovation, scholarship, and international trade. For discerning collectors, investors, and lovers of history, it offers the rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of the medieval Islamic world—a timeless symbol of prestige, heritage, and enduring value preserved across more than a millennium.

Weight: 4.70 g
Diameter: 25 mm
Ruler: Caliph Al-Muqtadir Billah
Mint: Al-Ahwaz
Date: AH 318 (930–931 CE)
Material: Gold