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1 Jital - Shams al-Din Iltutmish ND
| Billon | 3.49 g | 14.45 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Shams ud-Din Iltutmish (1211-1235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1211-1236 |
| Value | 1 Jital (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 14.45 mm |
| Thickness | 2.72 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Stylized horseman
Lettering: Sri hamira
Edge
Plain
Comment
Bull and Horseman
Various symbols and numbers occur on the bull of this issue. The later possibly refer to the date of this issue.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Jital coin from the Sultanate of Delhi is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, typically copper or bronze. This was a common practice in ancient India, where coins were often made from a combination of metals to increase their durability and longevity. The use of Billon in coinage also allowed for the creation of coins with a lower silver content, making them more accessible to a wider range of people.
