© Noël
© Noël
½ Falus - Mahmud Shah II ND
| Copper | 4.05 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1510-1530 |
| Value | ½ Falus |
| Currency | Tanka (1401-1562) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.05 g |
| Size | 13.65 mm |
| Thickness | 3.75 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lettering: Croix Swastika
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Falus coin from the Sultanate of Malwa is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design includes a depiction of a mosque with a dome and minarets, alongside a Hindu temple with a shikhara (tower) and a gopuram (gateway). This blending of architectural styles reflects the cultural diversity and religious syncretism that characterized the Indian Sultanates during the 16th century.
