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1 Paika - Muhammad bin Tughluq ND
| Copper | 3.6 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Muhammad bin Tughluq (1325-1351) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1325-1351 |
| Value | 1 Paika (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#354872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Translation: Hasabi rabbi
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Interesting fact
The 1 Paika coin from the Sultanate of Delhi, issued during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughluq (1325-1351), is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was not commonly used for coinage in India at that time. Most coins from this period were made of silver or gold, so the use of copper for this coin was a notable deviation from the norm. This fact highlights the economic and technological advancements of the Sultanate of Delhi during this period, as well as the influence of other cultures on their coinage practices.
