½ Gani - Shah Ahmad I
| Copper | 5.00 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Bahmani (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ahmad I (1422-1436) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 825-838 (1422-1435) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Gani (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Tanka (1347-1518) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.00 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.85 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#42000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Lettering: ٨٢٩
Edge
Rough
Comment
Al-mansur ba nasr allah type
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shah Ahmad I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce within the Sultanate of Bahmani. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and its copper composition was a common choice for coins in circulation during this period.
