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½ Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah
| Copper | 4.16 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 932-943 (1525-1537) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.16 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah, who was the last ruler of the Gujarat Sultanate. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Sultanate of Gujarat.
