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Fals - al-Nasir Yusuf - "al-Nasir Yusuf II" Aleppo
655 (1257) year| Copper | 1.6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Ayyubid Emirate of Aleppo (Ayyubid Sultanate) |
|---|---|
| Emir | An-Nasir Yusuf (1236-1260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 655 (1257) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1183-1260) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#149502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Inside a square decorated with dotted lines on the outside, the title of the Abbasid caliph al-Musta'sim.
Around it, the end of the title of Al-Nasir Yusuf, divided into four segments, all within a circle.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
الإمام
المستعصم
. صلاح . | . الدين . | . يوسف .| . ﺑﻦ ﻣﺤﻤﺪ .
Translation:
Al-Imam
al-Musta'sim:
"Imam al Musta'sim".
Comment
- Citing the Caliph Al-Musta'sim -Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of al-Nasir Yusuf, who was the last Ayyubid ruler of Aleppo and was known for his military campaigns against the Mongols. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin still features intricate designs and calligraphy, showcasing the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the time.
