Falus (Four ovals) 1304-1305 (1887-1888) front Falus (Four ovals) 1304-1305 (1887-1888) back
Falus (Four ovals) 1304-1305 (1887-1888) photo
Obverse © @Adilson

Falus Four ovals

 
Copper 5.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Herat (Afghan Cities)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1304-1305 (1887-1888)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Currency
Local Rupees (1747-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#431051
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Inscription with date at bottom.

Script: Arabic

Comment

Varietes of the obverse design exist (larger design, design in scribed in circle)

Interesting fact

The Falus coin from the City of Herat (Afghan Cities) made of Copper weighing 5.5g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Amir Abdur Rahman Khan, who was the Emir of Afghanistan from 1880 to 1901. He was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, and the minting of this coin was a part of his efforts to create a standardized currency for the country.