© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Fals - 'Ali b. Yusuf ND
1450 year| Bronze | 0.70 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Mogadishu (Somalia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ali ibn Yusuf (circa 1450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1450 |
| Value | 1 Fals |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#180632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Legend.
Script: Arabic
Translation: al-muqtafi billah
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Fals coin from the Sultanate of Mogadishu (Somalia) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Al-Sultanu al-Adil" (The Just Sultan) in Arabic, indicating the coin's issuance under the authority of a Muslim ruler. At the same time, the reverse side features an image of a lion, which is a common motif in African art and symbolism. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and diversity of the region where the coin was minted.
