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1 Jital - Shams al Din Iltutmish Budaun ND
| Billon | 3.61 g | 15.05 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Shams ud-Din Iltutmish (1211-1235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1210-1235 |
| Value | 1 Jital (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.61 g |
| Diameter | 15.05 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crude horse design
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al-Din Iltutmish, who was the third Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate and ruled from 1210 to 1235. He was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and his coinage reflects the economic and cultural achievements of his reign. The 1 Jital coin, made of billon and weighing 3.61 grams, was likely used for everyday transactions and represents an important part of the monetary system of the time.
