½ Tanka - Qutb al Din Ahmad Shah II
| Copper | 4.30 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 854-862 (1450-1458) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.30 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#98893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Qutb al Din Ahmad Shah II, who was the last ruler of the Sultanate of Gujarat before it was annexed by the Mughal Empire. Despite being a small coin made of copper, it still holds significant historical value and is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.
