1 Jital - Firuz Shah ND (1351-1388) front 1 Jital - Firuz Shah ND (1351-1388) back
1 Jital - Firuz Shah ND (1351-1388) photo

1 Jital - Firuz Shah ND

 
Copper 4.46 g 14.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Firuz Shah Tughlaq (1351-1388)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1351-1388
Value
1 Jital (1⁄48)
Currency
Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.46 g
Diameter
14.1 mm
Thickness
4.23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#60065
Rarity index
95%

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

The 1 Jital coin from the Sultanate of Delhi, made of copper and weighing 4.46g, is interesting because it was used during the reign of Firuz Shah Tughlaq, who was known for his efforts to reform the currency and monetary system of the Sultanate. This coin was likely used as a means of everyday transaction and circulated widely throughout the kingdom.