1 Jital - Bahram Shah (Mamluk Dynasty) ND (1240-1242) front 1 Jital - Bahram Shah (Mamluk Dynasty) ND (1240-1242) back
1 Jital - Bahram Shah (Mamluk Dynasty) ND (1240-1242) photo
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1 Jital - Bahram Shah Mamluk Dynasty ND

 
Billon 3.4 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Muiz ud-Din Bahram (1240-1242)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1240-1242
Value
1 Jital (1⁄48)
Currency
Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#53279
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Horseman to Right

Lettering: Sri Hamira

Edge

Plain

Comment

Delhi sultanate was formed by the mamuluks who are also known are ghorids (name derived from mohammad of ghor). The next sultans of delhi (after mohammed gori) were slaves of their previous rulers who formed the slave dynasty 1206-1290.
Type Bull

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Bahram Shah, who was the last ruler of the Mamluk Dynasty and the first ruler of the Bahmani Sultanate. He was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, which helped to strengthen the Sultanate and promote trade and commerce. The coin itself is made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during this time period, and weighs 3.4 grams.