© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Pashiz / Fals - Mansur Arab-Sasanian ND
| Copper | 1.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Umayyad Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 700-705 |
| Value | Pashiz / Fals (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm (661-750) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Arab and Sasanian influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and synthesis that occurred during the Umayyad Caliphate. The coin's obverse side features the Arabic inscription "Mansur" (meaning "victorious") and the reverse side features a stylized fire altar, which was a symbol of the ancient Persian religion of Zoroastrianism. This blending of cultures and religions is a notable feature of the Umayyad Caliphate, which was known for its religious tolerance and cultural diversity.
