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½ Tanka - Nasir Shah ND
| Silver | 5.32 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1500-1507 |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1401-1562) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.32 g |
| Size | 15.62 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend
Translation: Bin Ghiyath Shah al-khalji Al-sultan khallada mulkahu
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Malwa is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design includes a depiction of a mosque with a mihrab (a niche in the wall indicating the direction of Mecca) and a minaret, alongside a Hindu temple with a shikhara (a tower-like structure) and a gopuram (a gateway). This blending of architectural styles reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Sultanate of Malwa's rule in medieval India.
