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Fals - al-Nâsir Hasan Hamah ND
| Copper | 2.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Mamluk Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Hasan (1347-1351, 1354-1361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1354-1361 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1250-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#142089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cartouche in the shape of a circle presenting the name of the sultan. Around, inscriptions indicating in particular the workshop; another circle bordering the whole.
Comment
First reign (1347-1351)Second reign (1354-1361)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of al-Nâsir Hasan, 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-Nâsir Hasan's reign was marked by significant political and economic instability, which is reflected in the fact that this coin was made of copper, a less valuable metal than the silver or gold coins that were more commonly used in the Mamluk Sultanate. This coin's issuance during a time of economic hardship and political upheaval highlights the challenges faced by the Mamluk Sultanate in its final years.
