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1 Falus Qandahar; Siege coinage ND
| Copper | 9.14 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Qandahar (Afghan Cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1700 |
| Value | 1 Falus |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.14 g |
| Size | 25 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140637 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Zodiac sign of pisces (Pair of fish).
Edge
Plain, copper sheet folded twice to form 3-layered coin.
Comment
Copper Falus coin struck in Qandahar, Afghanistan between 1680 and 1700. Coins was struck during times of siege and made from melted down cooking pots and pans. The metal was then cut and folded into coin size pieces and then struck by hand.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Falus coin from Qandahar is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of siege, indicating that the city was under attack or blockaded, and the coin was likely used to facilitate trade and commerce within the city during this time.
