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1 Falus - Dost Muhammad Balkh
| Copper | 7.61 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Dost Mohammad Khan (1826-1839, 1843-1863) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1274-1278 (1858-1862) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.61 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Dost Muhammad (1858-1862), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "al-Sultanu al-Azam" (The Greatest Sultan) in Arabic, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a lion and the date in Persian. This blending of cultural elements reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that characterized the region during this time period.
