¼ Tanka - Mirza Yusuf ibn Jahan Shah Shiraz
873 (1468) year| Silver | 1.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Tribal federation of Qara Qoyunlu |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mirza Yusuf ibn Jahan Shah (1468-1469) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 873 (1468) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1375-1468) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Mirza Yusuf ibn Jahan Shah, who was a prominent leader of the Qara Qoyunlu tribe in the 15th century. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Mirza Yusuf ibn Jahan Shah" and "Shiraz 873" (1468 AD), indicating the place and year it was minted. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during the Qara Qoyunlu era, and its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.