1 Falus - Zaman Shah 1212 (1798) front 1 Falus - Zaman Shah 1212 (1798) back
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1 Falus - Zaman Shah

1212 (1798) year
Copper 9.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Afghanistan
King
Zaman Shah (1793-1801)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1212 (1798)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus (1⁄64)
Currency
Local Rupees (1747-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#108318
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Inscription.

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

The 1 Falus coin from Afghanistan, issued during the reign of Zaman Shah in 1212 (1798), features a unique blend of Islamic and ancient Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Zaman Shah" in Persian, while the reverse side features a depiction of the ancient Greek goddess Athena, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending of traditions that occurred during the Islamic Golden Age.