Fals - Anonymous (Istakhr) ND (750-1258) front Fals - Anonymous (Istakhr) ND (750-1258) back
Fals - Anonymous (Istakhr) ND (750-1258) photo
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Fals - Anonymous Istakhr ND

 
Copper 2.92 g -
Description
Issuer
Abbasid Caliphate
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
750-1258
Value
1 Fals (1⁄60)
Currency
Dinar (750-1517)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.92 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#82105
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and scientific achievement in the Islamic world. The Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled from 750 to 1258, was known for its advancements in mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy, and its capital city, Baghdad, was a major center of learning and intellectual inquiry. This coin, minted during that time, is a tangible reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the Islamic world.