© Arslan ahmed
© Arslan ahmed
1 Falus - Mahmud Shah Kabul
1232 (1817) year| Copper | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| King | Mahmud Shah (1801-1803, 1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1232 (1817) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from Afghanistan, minted during the reign of Mahmud Shah in 1232 (1817), is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was widely used for currency in the region at the time. Copper coins were popular in Afghanistan during the 19th century because they were durable, easy to produce, and had a low intrinsic value, making them ideal for everyday transactions. The use of copper for currency also reflected the country's rich mineral resources and its long history of metalworking. Today, coins like the 1 Falus are sought after by collectors and historians, providing a glimpse into Afghanistan's rich cultural and economic heritage.
