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¼ Tanka - Buyan Quli Khan ND
| Silver | 2.75 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Chagatai Khanate |
|---|---|
| Khan | Buyan Qulï Khan (1348-1358) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1356-1357 |
| Value | ¼ Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1225-1680) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.75 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#364027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Struck by Amir Wali, ruler of Astarabad, in the name of Buyan Quli Khan, written, for some inexplicable reason, as buyan ‘ali khan. The mint name is given as Bazar, the court mint, which was generally located at or very close to Astarabad.AR ¼ tanka to the Delhi standard (about 2.75g), undated, but struck circa 757-758.
Interesting fact
The ¼ Tanka coin from Buyan Quli Khan (ND 1356-1357) is notable for its historical significance as part of the Chagatai Khanate, a major political entity in Central Asia during the Mongol Empire. This coin, made of silver and weighing 2.75 g, reflects the era's economic practices and the transition from nomadic to settled life in the region. Additionally, it features unique inscriptions that provide insight into the governance and culture of the time.