½ Tanka - Nasir Ud Din Ahmad Shah I ND (1410-1443) front ½ Tanka - Nasir Ud Din Ahmad Shah I ND (1410-1443) back
½ Tanka - Nasir Ud Din Ahmad Shah I ND (1410-1443) photo

½ Tanka - Nasir Ud Din Ahmad Shah I ND

 
Copper 4.54 g 13.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1410-1443
Value
½ Tanka
Currency
Rupee (1396-1583)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.54 g
Diameter
13.75 mm
Thickness
4.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#43311
Rarity index
91%

Edge

Rough

Comment

Sultanat Gujarat 1396-1583
Sultan Nasir Ud Din Ahmad I 1410-1443

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nasir Ud Din Ahmad Shah I, who was the Sultan of Gujarat from 1410 to 1443. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 4.54 grams, which was a common weight for coins of its time and denomination.