Fals - al-Ashraf Sha'ban II Hamah ND
| Copper | 2.08 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Mamluk Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sha'ban II (1363-1376) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1363-1377 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1250-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.08 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#134217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mint name in roded circle
Lettering: بحماة
Translation: Hama
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Al-Ashraf Sha'ban II, who was the last Sultan of the Mamluk Sultanate, which was a powerful state that ruled over much of the Middle East and North Africa during the 13th to 16th centuries. Despite being the last Sultan, Al-Ashraf Sha'ban II's reign was marked by political instability and economic difficulties, which may have contributed to the relatively low mintage of coins during his reign. As a result, coins from this period are now considered rare and highly sought after by collectors.
