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½ Tanka - Nasir al-din Mahmud shah III
| Silver | 3.5 g | 13.20 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 942-961 (1536-1554) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 13.20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#87744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Mahmud shah bin latif shah al-sultan reading upwards within circle
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nasir al-din Mahmud Shah III, who was the last ruler of the Gujarat Sultanate. He ruled from 1536 to 1554 and was known for his efforts to consolidate the sultanate's power and promote trade and commerce. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
