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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Fals - al-Dahhak b. Qays ND
| Copper | 3.67 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Mawsil (Umayyad rebels) |
|---|---|
| General | Al-Dahhak ibn Qays (745-746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 745-748 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (628/632-1598) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.67 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#393785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil, as the Umayyad Caliphate was facing challenges from rebels in the city of Mawsil. Despite this, the coin still bears the name of the caliph, al-Dahhak b. Qays, indicating that the rebels may have still recognized his authority to some extent. Additionally, the fact that it was made of copper and weighs 3.67g suggests that it was a widely used and accessible form of currency during this time period.