Umayyad Dirham (Minted in Ardashir-Khurra "Ard" 82 AH) Reign of Abd al-Malik bin Marwan
This dirham immortalizes the name of the ancient Persian city "Ard" (Ardashir-Khurra), historically known for its sacred fire. In 82 AH, this city transformed into a cog in the Umayyad economic machine. The coin exhibits precision in engraving and beauty in calligraphy, reflecting artistic refinement and attention to the quality of currency struck in the eastern provinces, reaffirming the state's prestige before its new subjects.<!-- notionvc: b3907462-38dc-4789-843a-afcfdc34328d -->
82 AH