Falus - Anonymous (Aresh) ND (1524-1576) front Falus - Anonymous (Aresh) ND (1524-1576) back
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Falus - Anonymous Aresh ND

 
Copper 4.75 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Aresh (Caucasian cities)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1524-1576
Value
1 Falus
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.75 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Countermarked
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#382290
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Plain.

Edge

Plain.

Comment

The host coin is presumably a copper coin of Tahmasp I. The date attribution is based on Tahmasp's reign.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Falus - Anonymous (Aresh) ND (1524-1576) from City of Aresh (Caucasian cities) made of Copper weighing 4.75 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Safavid influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and artistic traditions of the region during that time period.