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1 Tanka - Ala al-Din Mahmud Shah I
| Billon | 10.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Malwa (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 869-875 (1465-1471) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1401-1562) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Size | 18 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#85380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting 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 during the 15th century. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Ala al-Din Mahmud Shah I, Sultan of Malwa" and includes the date of minting in the Islamic calendar. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during this time period in Indian history and is highly sought after by collectors.
