© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Fals - Bakr bin al-Hasan Ilaq mint; citing Ahmad bin Ali
393 (1003) year| Copper | 2.40 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Qarakhanid dynasty (Islamic states) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Bakr ibn al-Hasan (1003-1009) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 393 (1003) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (840-1212) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 0.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#234917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription citing Ahmad bin Al and Bakr bin al-Hasan.
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain
Comment
Possibly unlisted. For a similar type (without Bakr bin al-Hasan) see: Album 3305; Kochnev 119.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during the Qarakhanid dynasty. The use of copper for coins was not only a practical choice due to its durability and affordability, but it also symbolized the importance of trade and commerce during this time period. The fact that this coin was minted at the Ilaq mint, which was one of the major mints of the Qarakhanid dynasty, suggests that it was widely circulated and used in everyday transactions. Additionally, the fact that it was issued during the reign of Bakr bin al-Hasan, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, highlights the significance of this coin as a representation of the economic and political achievements of the Qarakhanid dynasty.
