Afghan medal?

[UKR -]

Hi.

Afghan Medal of the XIX century?

 

 

 

[oamotme]

UKR,

It may be a coin or religious token adapted for a necklace. The centre of the obverse reads, "La ila il Allah / Mohammed rasul Allah" (No God but Allah / Mohammed is the Messenger of Allah). I cannot read the rest.

Owain

[paul wood]

it is of north indian origin comes under the generic title of temple tokens. They are frequently encountered and sell for a dollar or two. They are almost certainly islamic amulets or charms.

P

 

[UKR -]

Thank you for your help.