Fals - al Zahir Barquq (Halab) 788-789 (1386-1387) front Fals - al Zahir Barquq (Halab) 788-789 (1386-1387) back
Fals - al Zahir Barquq (Halab) 788-789 (1386-1387) photo
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Fals - al Zahir Barquq Halab

 
Copper 1.9 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Mamluk Sultanate
Sultan
Barquq (1382-1389, 1390-1399)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
788-789 (1386-1387)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Fals (1⁄60)
Currency
Dinar (1250-1517)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.9 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#154363
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Field divided into three parts by two horizontal lines:
- In the center, a cartouche presenting the name of the workshop
- At the top and bottom, the year of issue in all letters.Automatically translated

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
وسبعماية
ب
بحلب
ضر
a) سنة ثمان و ثمانين
b) سنة تسع وثمانين

Comment

First reign (1382–1389)
Second reign (1390–1399)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Fals - al Zahir Barquq (Halab) 788-789 (1386-1387) coin from the Mamluk Sultanate is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Mongolian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a stylized representation of the Mongolian emperor, Tamerlane, while the reverse side features traditional Islamic calligraphy and imagery. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the Mamluk Sultanate during this time period.