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1 Falus - Ghiyath Shah
| Copper | 8.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 901-906 (1496-1501) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus |
| Currency | Tanka (1401-1562) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Size | 18.5 × 15 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#354640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script plus mint mark and date
Unabridged legend: al-sultān bin al-sultān
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 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 mihrab (a niche in the wall indicating the direction of Mecca) and a minaret, alongside a Hindu temple with a shikhara (a tower-like structure) and a gopuram (a gateway tower). This blending of architectural styles reflects the cultural diversity and religious syncretism that characterized the Indian Sultanates during the 15th century.
