© Noël
© Noël
½ Tanka - Giyas ud din Muhammad II
| Copper | 4.83 g | 16.92 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 846-855 (1443-1451) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.83 g |
| Diameter | 16.92 mm |
| Thickness | 3.33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#74583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
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Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Giyas ud din Muhammad II, who was the Sultan of Gujarat from 1443 to 1451. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 4.83 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and denomination. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the economic and cultural achievements of the Sultanate of Gujarat during that period.
