© Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
© Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
¼ Tanka - "Miri" - Timur Samarqand
790 (1388) year| Silver | 1.36 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Timurid Empire (Mongol States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 790 (1388) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1370-1507) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.36 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#327855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Comment
citing Mahmud Khan during his lifetime, before 800AHInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Timur, also known as Tamerlane, who was a powerful Mongol emperor who ruled over a vast empire that included present-day Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Miri" (meaning "emir" or "prince") and "Timur" (the name of the emperor), indicating that it was issued under his authority. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and linguistic influences of the Timurid Empire, which was known for its rich artistic and literary heritage.
