Islamic ArtCoinsdated A.H. 615/ A.D. 1218–19Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey is a coins Hisn Kayfa from Turkey created in dated A.H. 615/ A.D. 1218–19 using copper measuring Diam. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm) D. 1/16 in. (0.2 cm) Wt. 0.4 oz… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper |
| Dimensions | Diam. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm) D. 1/16 in. (0.2 cm) Wt. 0.4 oz. (11.3 g) |
| Classification | Coins |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Joseph H. Durkee, 1898 |
| Date | dated A.H. 615/ A.D. 1218–19 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Hisn Kayfa, Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey?
Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey created?
Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey dates to dated A.H. 615/ A.D. 1218–19.
What material is Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey made from?
Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey is crafted from copper.
Where does Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey originate?
Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey originates from Turkey.
Is Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey in the public domain?
Dirham of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (r. 1201–22): Double-Headed Bird of Prey is in the public domain and can be freely used.