Obverse © @Adilson
Obverse © @Adilson
Falus - Sher Ali ND
| Copper | 7.18 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | City of Balkh (Afghan Cities) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Sher Ali Khan (1863-1866, 1868-1879) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1863-1879 |
| Value | 1 Falus (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Local Rupees (1747-1891) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.18 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering: فلوس
Translation: Falus
Interesting fact
The Falus coin from the City of Balkh (Afghan Cities) made of Copper weighing 7.18 g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during the reign of Sher Ali, who was the Emir of Afghanistan from 1863 to 1879. This coin was part of the standard circulation coinage of the time and was used for everyday transactions. Despite its age, some of these coins are still in circulation among collectors and historians, serving as a reminder of Afghanistan's rich history and economic development during that period.