Falus (Leaf and two swords) 1247-1255 (1831-1839) front Falus (Leaf and two swords) 1247-1255 (1831-1839) back
Falus (Leaf and two swords) 1247-1255 (1831-1839) photo
Obverse © @Adilson

Falus Leaf and two swords

 
Copper 7.6 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Herat (Afghan Cities)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1247-1255 (1831-1839)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus (1⁄64)
Currency
Local Rupees (1747-1891)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.6 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#410101
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Translation: Herat.

Interesting fact

The Falus coin from the City of Herat (Afghan Cities) made of Copper weighing 7.6 g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during the reign of Shah Jahan, the Mughal Emperor, in the 17th century.