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Fals - al Zahir Barquq Halab ND
| Copper | 2.18 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Mamluk Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Barquq (1382-1389, 1390-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1390-1399 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1250-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.18 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#151406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inside a circle, a beast with a tied tail surmounted by a chalice; presence of globules in the fields and a gnat.
Comment
First reign (1382–1389)Second reign (1390–1399)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fals - al Zahir Barquq (Halab) ND (1390-1399) coin from the Mamluk Sultanate is that it was made using a unique method called "cupellation," which involved heating the copper to a high temperature in a crucible and then pouring it into a mold to create the desired shape. This process resulted in a coin with a distinctive texture and weight that was highly valued in the region at the time.
