We are excited to present an exceptional numismatic treasure in our upcoming E-Auction 5: Lot 89
Ghorid Gold Heavy Dinar of Mu’izz al-Din Muhammad (AH 601) This extraordinary gold heavy dinar, weighing 22.30 grams and measuring 35 millimeters in diameter, was minted in Baldat Ghazna (modern-day Ghazni, Afghanistan) during the year AH 601 (1204-1205 AD). Classified as Album 1759, this posthumous issue features inscriptions exclusively citing Muizz al-Din Muhammad bin Sam, a standard practice for coins struck between AH 599 and 605.
Mu’izz al-Din Muhammad, also known as Muhammad of Ghor, was a prominent ruler of the Ghorid dynasty, reigning from 1171 until his assassination in 1206.
Following his death, Taj al-Din Yildiz assumed power but continued to issue coinage in Mu’izz al-Din’s name until late AH 605, when he introduced his own name on the currency.
Notable Features
• Condition: Graded as About Uncirculated, this coin exhibits minimal wear, with all inscriptions fully legible—a rarity for pieces of this era.
• Rarity: This specimen is extremely rare and is in far better condition than any other known examples, making it a significant acquisition for collectors and historians alike.
• Provenance: Hailing from the collection of a UK-based collector formed in the early 2000s, this coin carries a distinguished ownership history.
Auction Details
• Starting Price: £8,500
• Estimate: £17,000
• Auction Date: January 19, 2025, commencing at 6:00 PM CET
