Uncovering the History of Bezants: The Gold Coins of the Byzantine Empire

Bezants (from the Arabic "bizant", meaning "Byzantine") is a term used in medieval Islamic texts to refer to gold coins. The term was used to describe coins that were brought back from the Byzantine Empire, which was known for its rich gold reserves.

In Islamic tradition, the bezants was considered one of the most valuable forms of currency and was often used as a standard unit of account for measuring the value of other goods and services. The use of the term "bezants" highlights the significant trade and economic ties that existed between the Islamic world and the Byzantine Empire during this period.

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