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Fals - al-Hasan bin Sulayman ND
| Copper | 2.35 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kilwa Sultanate (East Africa) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | al-Hasan bin Sulayman (1482-1487, 1488-1493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1482-1493 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (957-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.35 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#141806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in 4 lines within circle
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
يثق
بالواحد
المنان
عز
Translation: trusts in the One (God) the Bountiful, He is Glorious!
Comment
References:Album 1183
Walker, Kilwa XVIII
SICA 10, 613-21
Other pictures:
© Image courtesy of Stephen Album Rare Coins
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Kilwa Sultanate, which was a powerful and influential empire in East Africa during the 15th century. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the Islamic culture and religion of the region, and its copper composition was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Despite its small weight, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the Sultanate and was likely used for everyday transactions and trade.