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Fals square cartouche
| Copper | 4.8 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Samarqand (Central Asian cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 899-901 (1494-1496) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Falus |
| Currency | Falus (1420-1785) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who was the ruler of the Timurid Empire at the time. The Timurid Empire was a powerful and influential empire that spanned across much of Central Asia and the Middle East, and its coins were used as a form of currency throughout the region. The fact that this coin was made of copper and weighs 4.8 grams suggests that it was a widely used and accessible form of currency, and its design featuring a square cartouche with the date 899-901 (1494-1496) indicates that it was issued during a specific time period in the empire's history. Overall, this coin provides a unique glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of the Timurid Empire during this time period.
