Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
Falus - Anonymous Isfahan ND
| Copper | 5.8 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Isfahan (Iranian Cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1878 |
| Currency | Shahi (1501-1798) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.8 g |
| Size | 18 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1722 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#391096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Persian
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Falus coin from Isfahan is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the city. Isfahan was a major center of trade and commerce in the 17th and 18th centuries, and its artisans were renowned for their skill in crafting intricate metalwork, textiles, and architecture. The coin's design, which features intricate floral patterns and calligraphy, reflects the artistic traditions of the time and place.