Islamic ArtCoinsA.H. 388/A.D. 998By al Hakim Abu 'Ali al Mansur
Dinar is a coins Tyre from present-day Lebanon created in A.H. 388/A.D. 998 using gold measuring 13/16 in. (2.1 cm) attributed to al Hakim Abu 'Ali al Mansur — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 13/16 in. (2.1 cm) |
| Classification | Coins |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Crissy deForest Harral, 1939 |
| Date | A.H. 388/A.D. 998 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Tyre, present-day Lebanon. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dinar?
Dinar is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dinar created?
Dinar dates to A.H. 388/A.D. 998.
What material is Dinar made from?
Dinar is crafted from gold.
Where does Dinar originate?
Dinar originates from present-day Lebanon.
Is Dinar in the public domain?
Dinar is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026