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Fals - Nasr I b. Ahmad al-Shash
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Samanid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Emir | Nasr I (864-892) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-256 (865-870) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (819-999) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#232763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "al-Sultan al-Adil Nasr ibn Ahmad" in Arabic, indicating the coin's issuance during the reign of Nasr I b. Ahmad, who ruled the Samanid dynasty from 865 to 870 CE. However, the coin's reverse side features a depiction of the Zoroastrian fire altar, which was a symbol of the pre-Islamic religion of Zoroastrianism that was still prevalent in the region at the time. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Samanid Empire, which was known for its tolerance and acceptance of different faiths.
