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Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait is a coins Sis (Kozan) from Turkey|Turkey created in A.H. 639 / A.D. 1241–1242 using silver measuring Diam. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm) Weight: 0.105oz. (2.986g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
DimensionsDiam. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm) Weight: 0.105oz. (2.986g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineAmerican Numismatic Society, New York (1917.215.911)
DateA.H. 639 / A.D. 1241–1242

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Origin: Sis (Kozan), Turkey|Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait?

Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait created?

Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait dates to A.H. 639 / A.D. 1241–1242.

What material is Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait made from?

Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait is crafted from silver.

Where does Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait originate?

Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait originates from Turkey|Turkey.

Is Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait in the public domain?

Dirham of Het'um I the Great (r. 1226–70) and Kay Khusraw II (r. 1237–46): Equestrian Portrait 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

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