Anatolia & al-Jazira (Post-Seljuk), Zangids (Syria), temp. al-Malik al-Salih Isma'il, AE Fals, AH 569-577 = AD 1173-1181

Anatolia & al-Jazira (Post-Seljuk), Zangids (Syria), al-Malik al-Salih Isma'il, AE Fals(bronze,4.32g,20.6mm), AH 569-577 = AD 1173-1181 - obverse legend off-center otherwise attractive earthen encrustations

Arabic Title : إسلامي، الأناضول والجزيرة (بعد السلجوقيين)، الزنكيون (سوريا)، الملك الصالح إسماعيل، فلس برونزي، سنة ٥٦٩-٥٧٧ هـ

Era/Ruler: Anatolia & al-Jazira (Post-Seljuk), Zangids (Syria), time al-Malik al-Salih Isma'il

Mint/Date : Zangids (Syria), AH 569-577 / AD 1173-1181

Denom : AE Fals

Wt/Dia : 4.32 g / 20.6 mm

Obv: Diademed Roman style bust to right; around, legend in Kufic bearing the mint-name and the AH date 57x illegible

Rev: 'Lillah / al-Mustadi bi-Amr- / Amir al-Mu'minin / al-Malik al-Salih / Ismai'il' in Kufic in five lines

Ref: Spengler & Sayles 76

Rarity/Choice: Common, VF

Note: In the realm of Islamic numismatics, the coins minted during the Zangid period under al-Malik al-Salih Isma'il represent a fascinating chapter in the history of Anatolia and al-Jazira. Dated AH 569-577, these AE Fals coins serve as tangible artifacts of the Zangid dynasty's rule over Syria, showcasing intricate designs and inscriptions that reflect the cultural and political milieu of the time. As successors to the Seljuks, the Zangids played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the region, and their coinage stands as a testament to their authority and influence. Each AE Fals from this period offers a glimpse into the rich history of Anatolia and al-Jazira, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of power and identity in medieval Islamic societies.