Coin

Art Historical Context

This exquisite silver coin, minted between 977 and 982 CE, hails from the vibrant Islamic world of the late 10th century. a prime example of numismatic art the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Islamic collection—acquired through the Rogers Fund 1939—it showcases the precision of medieval minting techniques. Struck in silver, likely a dirham, it reflects the economic prowess and widespread trade networks of Islamic dynasties during a golden age of caliphates and regional powersIn Islamic art, coins more than currency; they served as portable canvases for calligraphy, geometric motifs, and royal pro...