Extremely Rare Umayyad Dirham (Minted in Jayy, 82 AH) – Reign of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan**
<p>Jayy, the historic core of Isfahan, served as a primary transit station for continental caravan routes. In 82 AH, the city minted this dirham, adding a crucial chapter to its financial record.</p> <p>What distinguishes this exceptional piece is the use of a modified minting die, indicating a degree of artistic adaptation or technical adjustment by the local engravers.</p> <p>This slight variation offers researchers a rare glimpse into the manual, human-driven processes operating behind the doors of provincial Umayyad mints.</p> <!-- notionvc: 8a293b87-ff1e-424b-84bb-015a60716b14 -->
82 AH