Umayyad and Abbasid periods. Bronze coin (fils). This type of coin began to be minted after Abd al-Malik's reform in 696 The coin is distinguished by its faith formula. The use of quotations from the Quran or slogans of faith for Muslims is an art form. It can be said that the shahada in this case acts as a calligraphic ornament. Obverse: لا اله الا / الله وحده / لا شرك له ( There is no God but Allah) Reverse: محمد / رسول / الله (Muhammad is his prophet).

18mm 3,11g