The region now known as Iraq was once home to several ancient civilizations, including the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, all of whom utilized various forms of commodity money and early coinage for trade. During the Islamic Golden Age, Iraq was ruled by various Islamic dynasties such as the Abbasids and the Umayyads, each of which minted coins often adorned with Arabic inscriptions and Islamic motifs.
In the 16th century, Iraq became part of the Ottoman Empire, during which Ottoman coins circulated in the region until the collapse of the empire after World War I. Subsequently, Iraq came under British mandate until achieving independence in 1932, during which time the country issued its currency, the Iraqi Dinar.
The Iraqi Dinar, abbreviated as IQD, serves as the official currency of Iraq and is issued by the Central Bank of Iraq. Iraqi Dinar coins are available in various denominations, including 25, 50, 100, and 250 Dinars. These coins are typically composed of a combination of metals, with common compositions including brass, copper, and nickel, although the exact composition may vary depending on the denomination.
Featuring various designs such as national symbols, historical monuments, and cultural motifs, Iraqi coins aim to represent the country's identity and heritage. Additionally, coins typically bear inscriptions denoting the denomination, often including Arabic text, as Arabic serves as the official language of Iraq.
