1 Falus - Shams al Din Muzaffar Shah III 969 (1562) front 1 Falus - Shams al Din Muzaffar Shah III 969 (1562) back
1 Falus - Shams al Din Muzaffar Shah III 969 (1562) photo
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1 Falus - Shams al Din Muzaffar Shah III

969 (1562) year
Copper 11 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
969 (1562)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1396-1583)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#133947
Rarity index
93%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al Din Muzaffar Shah III, who was the last ruler of the Gujarat Sultanate. He ruled from 1561 to 1562 and was known for his efforts to consolidate the power of the Sultanate and to promote trade and commerce. The coin is a reflection of the economic and cultural exchange that took place during his reign.