Fals - al-Nāṣir Muhammad I (Damascus) 709-741 (1310-1341) front Fals - al-Nāṣir Muhammad I (Damascus) 709-741 (1310-1341) back
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Fals - al-Nāṣir Muhammad I Damascus

 
Copper 2.19 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Mamluk Sultanate
Sultan
Muhammad I (1293-1294, 1299-1309, 1310-1341)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
709-741 (1310-1341)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Fals (1⁄60)
Currency
Dinar (1250-1517)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.19 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137198
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Field divided by two horizontal lines into three segments (fesse).
In central segment, oval cartouche with small fleur-delis at both
.ends, pointing outwards.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
سنة اثنين :In upper segment
محمد :In central cartouche
وثلثين :In lower segment

Translation:
Two years
Mohammed
And two thirds

Comment

First reign (1293-1294)
Second reign (1299-1309)
Third reign (1310-1341)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of al-Nāṣir Muhammad I, who was the seventh Mamluk sultan and ruled from 1310 to 1341. He was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and his reign marked a period of stability and prosperity for the Mamluk Sultanate. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 2.19 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and denomination.