Falus - Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah (Jaunpur) 803-846 (1401-1443) front Falus - Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah (Jaunpur) 803-846 (1401-1443) back
Falus - Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah (Jaunpur) 803-846 (1401-1443) photo

Falus - Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah Jaunpur

 
Copper 4.5 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Jaunpur (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
803-846 (1401-1443)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Falus
Currency
Tanka (1394-1479)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47865
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

Shams Ibrahim 1400-1440

Edge

Smooth (Irregular)

Comment

Weight varies slightly. Copper falus are sometimes found with (likely modern) silvering on them.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah, who was the last ruler of the Jaunpur Sultanate. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu motifs, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Indian Sultanates during that period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
803 (1401)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Falus - Shams-ud-din Ibrahim Shah (Jaunpur) 803-846 (1401-1443) coin.