Pseudo-Byzantine type. AE Fals, presumably imitating the obverse of a follis of Constans II and the reverse of Heraclian issues, uncertain mint, circa AH 638-670

-Islamic. Time of the Rashidun. Pseudo-Byzantine type. AE Fals (4.37g, 24mm) , presumably imitating the obverse of a follis of Constans II and the reverse of Heraclian issues, uncertain -mint, circa A638-670

-Arabic Title: طراز بيزنطي مقلَّد، فلس نحاسي، يُحتمل أنه يحاكي الوجه الأمامي لفلس من عهد قسطنس الثاني والوجه الخلفي لإصدارات هرقلية

-Obv: Crowned and draped bearded bust facing, holding globus cruciger in his right hand; around, traces of legend

-Rev: Large M, corss potent above; ANNO to left, Γ retrograde under M

-Ref: cf. Album 3507; for obverse CNG Auction 381, Lot 508 (same)

-Rarity/Choice: ER, aVF (overstruck, nice appealing earthen patina)

-Note: Belonging to the early Rashidun Caliphate (circa 638–670 AD), this issue reflects the immediate aftermath of the Muslim conquest of the Levant, when newly incorporated Byzantine territories were being integrated into Islamic rule. During this formative phase, existing administrative and monetary systems were largely retained, illustrating a pragmatic approach to governance. It represents a transitional period in which early Islamic authority was established while gradually moving toward the development of a distinct and independent monetary identity.