Islamic states Rashidun Caliphate
Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type (Arab-Byzantine) ND (658-664) front Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type (Arab-Byzantine) ND (658-664) back
Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type (Arab-Byzantine) ND (658-664) photo
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Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type (Arab-Byzantine) ND (658-664) front Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type (Arab-Byzantine) ND (658-664) back
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Follis / Fals - temp. Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib - standing figure type Arab-Byzantine ND

 
Copper 2.6 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
 Rashidun Caliphate (Islamic states)
Type
 Standard circulation coin
Years
 658-664
Value
 Follis (1⁄180)
Currency
 Drachm (632-661)
Composition
 Copper
Weight
 2.6 g
Diameter
 22 mm
Shape
 Irregular
Orientation
 Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
 Yes
Updated
 2024-10-05
References
Numista
 N#311899
Rarity index
 90%

Reverse

Cursive Style M with star above. Pseudo-Greek Lettering

Lettering: M

Comment

Issued after the conquest in the Levant by the Rashidun due to shortages of Coins. Practically all examples are of Irregular shape
cf. SICA 1, 518 (for type); Walker, Arab Byzantine, –; Album 3504; ICV 126; for c/m: SICA 1, p. 90.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a standing figure of both Uthman Ibn Affan and Ali ibn Abu talib, which is a unique design element for a coin of its time and region. This coin was minted during the Rashidun Caliphate, which was the first Islamic caliphate, and it showcases the blending of Arab and Byzantine styles, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of the time.