Fals - temp. Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik - "Al-Walid I" Sarmin ND
| Copper | 4.28 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 705-715 |
| Value | 1 Fals (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Dinar (661-750) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد رسول الله (محمد رسول الله)
زور سرمين ضرب بسم الله
Translation:
Muhammad Rasūl Allāh (Muhammad Messenger of Allah)
Fals of Sarmin struck in the name of Allah
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik, who was the Umayyad Caliph from 705 to 715 CE. This coin, known as a Fals, was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and was made of copper, weighing 4.28 grams. Despite its small size, this coin holds significant historical value as it represents the economic and monetary systems of the Umayyad Caliphate during that time period.
