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Fals - Demetrius II
| 1.3 g | 24.8 mm |
| Issuer | Georgia › Kingdom of Georgia (1010-1490) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius II (დემეტრე II) (1270-1289) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1286 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 24.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#376482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
A circular inscription surrounding the Bagrationi family badge/crest.
Script: Georgian (Asomtavruli)
Lettering: ႢႰႼႫႱ ႫႠႫႨ ႻႨႣႠႱႪႼႨ
Translation: We believe in the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Comment
Weights vary from 1.3 - 3.2 gramsDiameter varies from 20 - 26 mm
Type One: Obverse contains: ႫႤႴႤႧႠ ႫႤႴႤ
Some of these have ႫႴ (king) or ႫႴႧ (King of the Kings) on the obverse. The date Ⴔ (500 = 1280 AD) is often on the obverse, though at times may be on the reverse instead.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fals coin of Demetrius II (1280-1286) from Georgia is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears an image of the King, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Georgian cross, which is a symbol of the Georgian Orthodox Church. At the same time, the coin's design also includes Arabic inscriptions, reflecting the Islamic influence that was prevalent in the region during that time period. This blending of religious and cultural influences makes the coin a fascinating example of the diverse cultural heritage of Georgia during the Middle Ages.
