Lot 89 – Ghorid AV Heavy Dinar
Starting Price: 8,500 GBP
Bid on Lot 89
Historical Context
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
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