Umayyad Fals Dimashq Post Reform Type Authentic Early Islamic Coin

Authentic Ancient Islamic Coin – Certificate of Authenticity Included

Details:
Dynasty: Umayyad Caliphate
Denomination: Fals (Æ Bronze)
Mint: Dimashq
Date: Undated, post-reform period (late 7th–early 8th century AD)
Reference: Album 174; Walker 835
Diameter: 25 mm
Weight: 3.68 g

Overview:
Umayyad bronze fals struck at Dimashq during the post-reform period. Both obverse and reverse feature inscriptions arranged in three lines within the field and surrounded by marginal legends, characteristic of the fully epigraphic reform coinage established after the monetary changes of the late 7th century.

Damascus was one of the principal mints of the Umayyad administration and produced a wide range of bronze issues for regional circulation. The balanced inscriptional layout and broad 25 mm flan give this example strong visual presence typical of mature Umayyad bronze production.

Authenticity Check:
Natural dark patina consistent with early Islamic bronze. Proper post-reform epigraphic style and correct hand-struck fabric. No evidence of casting or modern tooling.

Comparable Examples:
Album 174; Walker 835.

Further Reading:
Stephen Album, Checklist of Islamic Coins
John Walker, British Museum Catalogue of Muhammadan Coins

Condition:
Good Very Fine. Clear three-line inscriptions on both sides with readable marginal legends and even circulation wear. Solid flan and attractive overall appearance.

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