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Finds From Wirral – Islamic Dirham<\/h3>\n

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This stunning piece is an Islamic Dirham. It is in excellent condition considering it dates from AD 775-776 and it was minted in Mad\u012bnat-al-Sal\u0101m which is now known as Baghdad. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Middle Eastern Silver was coveted by Vikings who traded across that area and Durham\u2019s have often been found in hoards across England.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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