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½ Tanka - Shams al-Din Muzaffar Shah III
| Silver | 4.74 g | 15.90 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 977-980 (1570-1573) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.74 g |
| Diameter | 15.90 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Muzaffar Shah
Comment
1/2 Tanka = 80 RatiInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al-Din Muzaffar Shah III, who was the last ruler of the Gujarat Sultanate. Despite being the last ruler, he was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to improve the economy of the Sultanate. This coin, which was made of silver and weighed 4.74 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been used to purchase goods such as spices, textiles, or other commodities that were important to the economy of the region.
