Abbasid Caliphate, temp. Abd Allah Al-Saffah, without mint, AE Fals, struck in the style of Syria or the Jazira – RRRR

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Abbasid Caliphate, temp. Abd Allah Al-Saffah,Ā  AH 132-136 / AD 749-754, without mint, AE Fals(bronze,2.43g,208mm), struck in the style of Syria or the Jazira
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Era/Ruler: Abbasid Caliphate, time Abd Allah Al-Saffah Mint/Date : struck in the style of Syria or the Jazira, no date
DenomĀ Ā Ā  : AE Fals Wt/DiaĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā  : 2.43 g / 20.8 mm
Obv:Ā  Large five-pointed star; around first part of Kalima
Rev: In in the inner field, the second part of Kalima; in the outer margin, bism Allah ‘Abd Allah ‘Abd Allah Amir al-mu’minin; all in Kufic
Ref:Ā  Album 295 Rarity/Choice: Extremely Rare, VF (minor edge crackĀ  otherwise nicely struck on a attractive brown patina)
Note: Abd Allah al-Saffah, the first Abbasid caliph, played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Abbasid Caliphate, marking a significant transition in Islamic history. Emerging from a period of unrest and rebellion against the Umayyad dynasty, al-Saffah’s ascension marked the beginning of a new era characterized by Abbasid rule. Al-Saffah’s prominence lies in his leadership during the Abbasid Revolution, which sought to overthrow the Umayyad Caliphate and establish Abbasid rule based on the principles of justice and equality. The Abbasid movement garnered widespread support, particularly among disenfranchised groups, leading to the eventual downfall of the Umayyads and the rise of the Abbasid dynasty. Al-Saffah’s military prowess and strategic acumen were instrumental in securing victory in key battles against the Umayyads and their supporters. His ability to rally diverse factions behind the Abbasid cause contributed to the success of the revolution and the consolidation of Abbasid power. Overall, al-Saffah’s prominence stems from his role as the founder of the Abbasid Caliphate and his leadership during the Abbasid Revolution, which reshaped the political landscape of the Islamic world and laid the foundation for the golden age of Abbasid rule.