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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
Fals - Isma'il b. Ahmad
| Copper | 4.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Samanid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Emir | Isma'il Samani (892-907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280-293 (894-906) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (819-999) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Isma'il b. Ahmad, who was the founder of the Samanid dynasty, which was a Persian dynasty that ruled from 819 to 999 CE. The coin features the name of the ruler and the date of issue in both Arabic and Persian, reflecting the multicultural nature of the Samanid Empire. Additionally, the coin was made of copper, which was a common material for coins during that time period, and it weighed 4.9 grams, which was a standard weight for coins of its denomination.
