1 Falus - Dost Muhammad Herat
1260 (1844) year| Copper | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Dost Mohammad Khan (1826-1839, 1843-1863) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1260 (1844) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-02 |
| Numista | N#10450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, featuring Dost Muhammad (Herat) and minted in 1260 (1844), is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was widely used for coinage in the region during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability, affordability, and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for everyday transactions. The use of copper in coinage can be traced back to ancient times, and it continues to be used in some forms of currency today.