Umayyad Dirham (Minted in Maysan, 97 AH) – Reign of Sulayman ibn Abd al-Malik
<p>Maysan's unique river and marsh environment in southern Iraq made it a vital agricultural and commercial center linking water and land routes toward the Gulf.</p><p>Maysan returns to strike its silver dirham in 97 AH for the second year, continuing to supply liquidity to southern markets under Sulayman ibn Abd al-Malik.</p><p>This rare issue reflects the commercial importance of the southern river provinces, and their continued role in strengthening trade exchange and serving the needs of neighboring provinces.</p>
97 AH