Umayyad Dirham (Minted in Wasit, 101 AH) – Reign of Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz
<p>Wasit occupied a commanding position midway between Kufa, Basra, and Ahwaz, growing beyond its original military purpose to become the dominant financial artery for currency movement in Iraq.</p><p>This rare issue embodies the city's deep institutional role, home to one of the most significant and prolifically active mints.</p><p>The piece expresses Wasit's geographic and economic weight, and preserves the city's history for generations to come.</p>
101 AH