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1 Jital - Taj Al-Din Yildiz Lahore Type ND
| Billon | 3.20 g | 16.27 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1206-1215 |
| Value | 1 Jital (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.20 g |
| Diameter | 16.27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular, Diameter varies 16.2 - 16.27mm) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#381235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Horseman to right
`sri hamara' above
star below horse
Edge
Plain
Comment
CoinageThe only coins struck in the name of Taj Al-Din Yildiz in India were billon jitals of Lahore type. There are two varieties of these, one with a star (this one) and the second has a crescent under the horse. [Source Goron & Goenka]
Reign
Taj al-Din Yildiz (also spelled Yaldiz, Yildoz, and Yalduz, Persian: تاج الدین یلدوز) was a Turkic ghulam (slave) of the Ghurid dynasty, who, after the death of Sultan Muhammad of Ghor, became the de facto ruler of Ghazni, while, however, still recognising Ghurid authority. He reigned from 1206 - 1215 CE (AH 602 - 612)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Taj Al-Din Yildiz, who was the last ruler of the Lahore branch of the Delhi Sultanate. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during his reign, which was marked by political instability and conflict with neighboring kingdoms. Despite these challenges, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.
