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½ Gani - Ala-Ud-Din Ahmad Shah II ND
| Copper | 8.20 g | 18.69 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Bahmani (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Alau'd-din Ahmad II (1436-1458) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1436-1458 |
| Value | ½ Gani (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Tanka (1347-1518) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.20 g |
| Diameter | 18.69 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Al-wathiq bi-ta yid al-mulk allah abu ‘l muzaffar
Edge
Plain
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Ala-Ud-Din Ahmad Shah II, who was the last ruler of the Bahmani Sultanate before it was conquered by the Vijayanagara Empire. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time.
