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Fals - Anonymous ND
| Copper | 1.88 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 685-705 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (661-750) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.88 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#396552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Kalima surrounded by the date
Lettering:
. محمد
رسول
.الله
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Fals - Anonymous ND (685-705) from Umayyad Caliphate made of Copper weighing 1.88 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the caliph, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a tree, which is a motif that was commonly used in pre-Islamic Sassanian coins. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and synthesis that occurred during the Umayyad period, and highlights the rich cultural heritage of the Islamic world.
