1 Fals - Isma'il b. Buri ND (1132-1135) front 1 Fals - Isma'il b. Buri ND (1132-1135) back
1 Fals - Isma'il b. Buri ND (1132-1135) photo
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1 Fals - Isma'il b. Buri ND

 
Copper 1.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Burid dynasty (Great Seljuq)
Emir
Isma'il ibn Buri (1132-1135)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1132-1135
Value
1 Fals (1⁄60)
Currency
Dinar (628/632-1598)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.86 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#390521
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Isma'il b. Buri, who was the founder of the Burid dynasty, a branch of the Great Seljuq Empire. The Burid dynasty was known for its cultural and artistic achievements, and this coin reflects the high level of craftsmanship and design that was characteristic of the period. The coin's design features intricate calligraphy and ornamentation, showcasing the artistic sophistication of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of copper, a relatively common metal, suggests that it was intended for widespread circulation and use in everyday transactions, making it a tangible connection to the economic and social life of the people who used it.