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Fals - Mas'ud II Lion and Sun type ND
| Copper | 2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rûm Sultanate |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mesud II (1284-1297,1300-1302,1303-1308) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1284-1296 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (1016-1308) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#200464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Comment
There are two other types of this coin, which has the inscription in the hexagon.The hexagon on the one type has its angle pointed down, like this:
On the other type the hexagon is positioned like this:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fals - Mas'ud II (Lion and Sun type) coin from the Rûm Sultanate is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Mongolian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features an inscription in Arabic that reads "Al-Sultanu al-Azam Mas'ud bin Kaykhusraw" (The Greatest Sultan Mas'ud, son of Kaykhusraw), while the reverse side features a stylized lion and sun motif that was a common symbol of the Mongolian Empire. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the Rûm Sultanate, which was established by Turkish tribes that were influenced by both Islamic and Mongolian cultures.
