1 Tanka - Alam Shah 852-853 (1448-1449) front 1 Tanka - Alam Shah 852-853 (1448-1449) back
1 Tanka - Alam Shah 852-853 (1448-1449) photo
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1 Tanka - Alam Shah

 
Billon 9.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Alam Shah (1445-1451)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
852-853 (1448-1449)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition
Billon
Weight
9.41 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#378119
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Delhi is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. This was a common practice in the Indian Sultanates during that time period, as it allowed for the creation of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage also made it easier to produce coins in large quantities, as it was less expensive than pure silver. This coin, in particular, weighs 9.41 grams and was minted during the reign of Alam Shah in 1448-1449.