© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Fals - Jabir ibn al-Ash'ath ND
| Copper | 1.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Sind (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Abbasid Caliphate › Jabir ibn al-Ash'ath (circa 812-815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 812-815 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Dirham (854-1011) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.93 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#386833 |
|---|---|
| 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 Jabir ibn al-Ash'ath, who was a prominent governor of the Islamic states in the 9th century. He was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and his rule had a significant impact on the history of the region. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 1.93 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and place.
