© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Fals - ‘Izz al-Din Salduq b. ‘Ali ND
| Copper | 4.47 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Saltukid dynasty (Anatolian Beyliks) |
|---|---|
| Bey | Izz al-Din Saltuk II (1132-1168) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1129-1168 |
| Value | Fals (1⁄60) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée, with 3 pellets at end of each arm
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of 'Izz al-Din Salduq b. 'Ali, who was the founder of the Saltukid dynasty, a Turkmen dynasty that ruled over much of Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) during the 12th century. The coin features an inscription in Arabic that includes the name of the ruler and the date of issue, which is an uncommon practice in coinage during that time period. This coin is a rare example of the early coinage of the Saltukid dynasty and is considered a valuable piece for collectors and historians.
