Faldors

Faldors are the principal unit of currency in the Kingdom of Therin, a fictional realm in the Valorian setting. The monetary system is decimal, with 1 faldor equal to 100 sesters. Currency is issued by the Royal Mint and regulated by the Central Bank of Therin. In daily life, copper coins called sesters are used for small purchases, while silver coins and the larger gold coins carry the faldor denomination for larger transactions.

Origin and name: The faldor was introduced during the Therin Monetary Reform to standardize weights and coinage after a period of fragmentation. The term faldor is believed to derive from an old local word meaning value or shield.

Coins and notes: Silver and gold coins bear the royal emblem and monarch’s profile, with inscriptions in the national language. Banknotes exist in denominations starting at one faldor and higher, though coins remain more common for everyday use. The treasury maintains reserve stocks to support minting and stabilize the currency.

Usage and circulation: The faldor is accepted throughout Therin and nearby regions, used for tax payments, wages, and trade. Exchange with neighboring currencies is common in towns near borders, often through approved moneychangers or banks. In modern times, electronic transfers and banking services supplement cash, but coins and notes remain the standard for most transactions.