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1 Falus - Shujah Shah Kabul
| Copper | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Shujah Shah (1839-1842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1252-1260 (1837-1844) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, made of copper, features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Shujah Shah" in Persian, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned lion, a common motif in Western heraldry. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred during the reign of Shujah Shah, who ruled Afghanistan from 1837 to 1844.
