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Fals - Anonymous ND
| Copper | 3.0 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 685-705 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (661-750) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#321385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Kalima with a star sign above و
Lettering: محمدذ رسول ألله
Unabridged legend: Mohammed is the Prophet of Allah
Comment
Anonimous fals with no year and no mintmark, issued in the post reform period, attribuited to Abd al-MalikInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Fals - Anonymous ND (685-705) from Umayyad Caliphate made of Copper weighing 3.0 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Byzantine influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a caliph, while the reverse side features a cross, which was a common motif in Byzantine coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Umayyad Caliphate and the Byzantine Empire during this period.
