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1 Tanka - Ghiyath al-Din Ahmad Shah III Ahmadabad
| Silver | 7.18 g | 17.84 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 961-968 (1554-1561) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Rupee (1396-1583) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.18 g |
| Diameter | 17.84 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Inscription and AH date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Ghiyath al-Din Ahmad Shah III, who was the last ruler of the Sultanate of Gujarat before it was annexed by the Mughal Empire. Despite being a small coin made of silver, it has a rich history and significance, reflecting the cultural and economic exchange between different regions in India and beyond during that time.
