½ Tanka - Muhammad Bin Tughluq 730 (1330) front ½ Tanka - Muhammad Bin Tughluq 730 (1330) back
½ Tanka - Muhammad Bin Tughluq 730 (1330) photo
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½ Tanka - Muhammad Bin Tughluq

730 (1330) year
Copper 7.2 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Muhammad bin Tughluq (1325-1351)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
730 (1330)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.2 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#354489
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Translation: If there were no sultan verily the people would devour each other.

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Delhi is that it was issued during the reign of Muhammad Bin Tughluq, who was known for his ambitious projects and reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system. This coin, made of copper and weighing 7.2 grams, was part of that system and was widely used in trade and commerce during that time.