© British Museum
© British Museum
Fals - Sulayman bin al-Husain ND
| Copper | 2.17 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kilwa Sultanate (East Africa) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sulayman bin al-Husain (1372-1374) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1372-1374 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (957-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.17 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#141832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in 3 lines within circle
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
يثق بمولى
الكونين
عز
Translation: trusts in the Lord of the Two Creations, He is glorious
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Kilwa Sultanate, which was a powerful and influential empire in East Africa during the 14th century. The coin's design and materials, such as the use of copper, reflect the sultanate's rich cultural heritage and trading connections with other regions.
