Watch List notes:

ISLAMIC, Umayyad Caliphate. 'Abd al-Malik ibin Marwan, AH 65-86 / AD 685-705. Fals (Copper, 18 mm, 3.60 g, 9 h), Pseudo-Damascus. Nothing visible. 'Emperor' seated facing on throne; wearing curious headdress, long robes, and holding a long cross and globus cruciger; to left, bird on stand. Rev. Α/Θ - Χ/U/ΙΙ Large Μ; above, cross between two stars; below, cursive Μ; in exergue, illegible inscription (ΔΜ∖). Irbid pp. 90-91: 2, 14 (dies O85E/R119D). Attractive, well-struck and clear. Good very fine.

From a German collection, acquired prior to 2005.