Obverse © Noël
Obverse © Noël
1½ Falus - Giyas ud din Muhammad II
| Copper | 14.23 g | 22.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 846-855 (1443-1451) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1½ Falus (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.23 g |
| Diameter | 22.8 mm |
| Thickness | 4.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Tabdar al darb gardon qarz mehr-o mah
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Giyas ud din Muhammad II, who was the Sultan of Gujarat from 1443 to 1451. During his reign, the Sultanate of Gujarat was known for its strong maritime trade and cultural exchange with other regions, including the Middle East and Southeast Asia. This coin, made of copper and weighing 14.23 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by merchants, traders, and other individuals involved in this thriving trade.
