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½ Tanka - Nasir al-din Mahmud shah I
| Silver | 5.28 g | 17.51 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 908-917 (1503-1512) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.28 g |
| Diameter | 17.51 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#64065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Within peaked square: mahmud shah al-sultan
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nasir al-din Mahmud Shah I, who was the Sultan of Gujarat from 1503 to 1512. During his reign, the Sultanate of Gujarat was known for its strong maritime trade and cultural exchange with other regions, including the Middle East and Southeast Asia. This coin, made of silver and weighing 5.28 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been carried by merchants and traders throughout the region.
