Obverse © @Adilson
Obverse © @Adilson
Fals - Anonymous Mashhad
1247 (1831) year| Copper | 7.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | City of Mashhad (Iranian Cities) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Fath-Ali Shah Qajar (1797-1834) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1247 (1831) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Fals = 1⁄130 Dirham |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rectangular shaped cartouche with inscription and date.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضرب مشهد مقدس
۱۲۴۷
Translation:
Zarb Mashhad Muqadas
1247
Edge
Plain.
Comment
KM #63 is a sunface type with the only listed 1237 (possibly a mis-reading?).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in Iran. The 1830s saw a period of political instability and conflict, including the reign of Mohammad Shah Qajar, who was the Shah of Iran from 1834 to 1848. Additionally, the country was facing economic challenges, including inflation and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the minting of coins like the Fals continued, indicating the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Mashhad and the surrounding region.