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1 Tanka - Ghiyas-ud-din Balban ND
| Silver | 10.9 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ghiyas ud-Din Balban (1266-1287) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1266-1287 |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Delhi, made of silver and weighing 10.9g, is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design includes a depiction of a mosque, symbolizing the Islamic faith of the ruling Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din Balban, alongside a Hindu temple, representing the cultural influences of the region. This blend of styles reflects the cultural diversity and religious tolerance that characterized the Delhi Sultanate during Balban's rule (1266-1287).
