Anglo-Saxon Coins with Arabic Text

Anglo-Saxon Coins with Arabic Text

In the 8th century, some Anglo-Saxon coins featured the Arabic phrase "Muhammed is the Messenger of Allah" alongside the king's name in English. This was apparently an attempt to mimic the visual style of Caliphate coins without comprehending their meaning.

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