Fals of Rukn al-Din Sulayman Shah II 12th-13th century

Editor: So, here we have a Fals, a coin actually, of Rukn al-Din Sulayman Shah II. It's undated and at the Harvard Art Museums. It's so small, yet it speaks of grand empires and powerful rulers. What strikes you most about this little artifact? Curator: I'm captivated by how it compresses power and identity into such a tiny space. The wear and tear whisper stories of countless transactions, of hands that held it, of a kingdom's pulse felt through the clinking of coins. I wonder, did Sulayman Shah II ever hold one of these? Editor: That’s a wonderful image. It really brings it to life. I never thought about who might have held it, but that adds a whole new dimension! Curator: Exactly! These aren't just objects; they're echoes. Editor: I'll definitely look at coins differently from now on! Thanks!