1 Falus - Mahmud Shah Ahmadshahi
1227 (1812) year| Copper | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Mahmud Shah (1801-1803, 1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1227 (1812) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-02 |
| Numista | N#10427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Mahmud Shah (Ahmadshahi) in 1227 (1812), 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 a popular choice for coins because it was abundant, durable, and easy to work with, making it an ideal material for minting coins that were used for everyday transactions.