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© British Museum
Fals - Daud bin Sulayman ND
| Copper | 2.55 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kilwa Sultanate (East Africa) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Daud bin Sulayman (1316-1318, 1341-1364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1316-1364 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (957-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.55 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#141828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in 3 lines within circle
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
يثق بمولى
الاحسان
عز
Translation: trusts in the Master of Beneficence, he is glorious
Comment
Other Pictures:© Image courtesy of British Musseum
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Kilwa Sultanate, which was a powerful and influential empire in East Africa during the 14th century. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the Islamic culture and religion of the region, and its copper material was a common choice for coinage during that time period. Despite its small weight, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the Sultanate and was likely used for everyday transactions and trade.
