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Fals - al-Zahir Ghazi Ornamented square, three lines - Aleppo
| Copper | 3.19 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ayyubid Emirate of Aleppo (Ayyubid Sultanate) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Az-Zahir Ghazi (1193-1216) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 596-599 (1186-1216) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1183-1260) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.19 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Three line inscription within dotted square ornamented with floweret in each side, surrounded by beaded circle.
Lettering:
الامام ا / لناصر أمير / المؤمنين
و تسع - ين و - خم س - ما ئة
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Zahir Ghazi, who was the last Ayyubid emir of Aleppo and ruled from 1186 to 1216. During his reign, he implemented various reforms and military campaigns, which helped to strengthen the Ayyubid Sultanate. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 3.19 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and place.
