Umayyad Caliphate, temp. al-Walid ibn Talid, AE Fals, Mosul Mint, circa AH 120-121 = AD 738-739 - RR

Umayyad Caliphate, temp. al-Walid ibn Talid Governor, AE Fals, Mosul Mint, circa AH 120-121 = AD 738-739

Arabic Title : إسلامي، الخلافة الأموية، في عهد الوليد بن طليد، فلس برونزي، ضرب في الموصل، حوالي العام ١٢٠-١٢١هـ

Era/Ruler: Umayyad Caliphate, temp. al-Walid ibn Talid Governor

Mint/Date : Mosul (al-Mawsil), circa AH 120-121 = AD 738-739

Denom : AE Fals

Wt/Dia : 2.38 g / 20 mm

Obv: First part of kalima in three lines within a star of two overlapping squares

Rev: Continuation of kalima in three lines within a square; name of governor and mint formula around

Ref: Album 193; Walker 933

Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF

Note: Al-Walid ibn Talid's temporary rule adds an interesting historical context to the coin, reflecting the dynamics of power and succession within the Umayyad Caliphate during this period. Iraq was a significant city in the Umayyad Empire, known for its economic prosperity and strategic location.