House of Emirates® is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this extraordinary silver dirham of the Seljuks of Rum, struck during the reign of Sultan Masud II, a ruler whose era stood at the crossroads of Anatolian power, Mongol influence, and Islamic sovereignty.
Minted in Sivas in 688 AH (1289 AD), this coin is a silent witness to a turbulent yet culturally rich period, where authority was asserted not through portraits, but through commanding calligraphy and sacred inscriptions. The bold, deeply engraved Arabic script dominates both sides, radiating strength, faith, and legitimacy, while the surrounding pellet borders frame the coin like a seal of imperial resolve.
Struck in fine silver, this dirham measures 22.2 mm in diameter and weighs 2.59 grams, perfectly reflecting the monetary standards of late 13th-century Seljuk Anatolia. The textured surfaces, visible strike lines, and honest circulation marks are not flaws but historical fingerprints, evidence that this coin once moved through the hands of merchants, soldiers, and officials along vital trade routes connecting Persia, Anatolia, and the Mediterranean. The Sivas mint, one of the most important Seljuk mints of the period, adds further prestige and collectability to this remarkable piece.
More than a coin, this dirham is a fragment of empire preserved in silver, embodying the resilience of the Seljuks of Rum during their final centuries. For the visionary investor, it represents history you can hold, legacy you can preserve, and cultural power distilled into precious metal. This is not merely an acquisition—it is a declaration of refined taste and historical awareness.
