Umayyad Caliphate, Anonymous Fals, Mint tabarîya (Tiberias), no date circa 120s AH – RR

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Islamic, Umayyad Caliphate, Anonymous Fals (2.75g, 15mm), no date circa 120s
Obv:  lâ ilaha illâ llâh wahdahu in circle
Rev: Muhammad / rasûl / allâh, and a palm tree on steps, mint in margin.
Ref: SNA Tübingen IVa 345, Walker 896 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (nice earthen patina)
Note: The Umayyad Caliphate, which ruled from 661 to 750 AD, was the first Islamic dynasty to govern the vast territories of the Muslim world. Overall, the coinage of the Umayyad Caliphate during this period reflects the caliphate’s efforts to maintain stability and standardization in its currency, even amidst political and administrative changes.