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1 Tanka - Ala al-Din Mahmud Shah I
| Billon | 9.63 g | 22.73 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 865-867 (1436-1469) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1401-1562) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 9.63 g |
| Diameter | 22.73 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114054 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Abu l’ muzaffar mahmud shah
Comment
These coins are very copperyInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Ala al-Din Mahmud Shah I, who was the ruler of the Sultanate of Malwa in central India. The coin features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles, reflecting the cultural diversity of the region during that time.
