1 Falus (Qandahar) ND (1700-1800) front 1 Falus (Qandahar) ND (1700-1800) back
1 Falus (Qandahar) ND (1700-1800) photo
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1 Falus Qandahar ND

 
Copper 9.28 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Qandahar (Afghan Cities)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1700-1800
Value
1 Falus
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.28 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#73823
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Two fish chasing each other around a star. Struck on folded pcs of copper with an extra piece inside.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Falus coin from the City of Qandahar (Afghan Cities) made of Copper weighing 9.28 g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in the 18th century, and it is a rare example of a coin that has survived in good condition from that time period.