1 Falus - Mahmud Shah II 915-936 (1510-1530) front 1 Falus - Mahmud Shah II 915-936 (1510-1530) back
1 Falus - Mahmud Shah II 915-936 (1510-1530) photo
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1 Falus - Mahmud Shah II

 
Copper 7.98 g -
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
915-936 (1510-1530)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus
Currency
Tanka (1401-1562)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.98 g
Size
18.38 mm
Thickness
4.21 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61706
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Swastika CrossAutomatically translated

Lettering: Al-sultan/bin/al-sultan

Edge

Rough

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 dome and minarets, alongside a Hindu temple with a shikhara (tower) and a gopuram (gateway). This blending of architectural styles reflects the cultural diversity and religious syncretism that characterized the Indian Sultanates during the 16th century.