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1 Falus - Shujah Shah Kabul
1254 (1838) year| Copper | 6.80 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Afghanistan (Afghanistan) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Shujah Shah (1839-1842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1254 (1838) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.80 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Falus coin from the Emirate of Afghanistan, issued in 1254 (1838), features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the inscription "Shujah Shah" in Persian, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a lion, which was a common motif in Afghanistan's coinage during that time. This coin is a rare example of the fusion of cultural styles during the 19th century in Afghanistan.
