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Fals - al-Salih Isma’il Dimashq ND
| Copper | 6.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Zengid Emirate of Aleppo (Zengid dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | As-Salih Ismail al-Malik (1174-1182) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1181 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1127-1250) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#149746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Title of Al-Salih Isma'il's father within a beaded circle; around it a legend followed by a grenetis.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
المللك
العادلُ محمود
Translation:
Al Malik Al-Adil Mahmud:
"The ruler Al-Adil [Nur ad-Din] Mahmoud."
Comment
- citing his predecessor -Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Salih Ismail, who was the last Zengid ruler of Aleppo and was known for his military campaigns against the Crusader states. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a significant form of currency during its time.
