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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
Fals - Isma'il b. Ahmad al-Shash
| Copper | 3.56 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Samanid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Emir | Isma'il Samani (892-907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 279-294 (893-907) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (819-999) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#120397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Isma'il b. Ahmad (al-Shash) of the Samanid dynasty, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
