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1 Tanka - Husain Shah
| Silver | 10.68 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Bengal (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 910-913 (1505-1508) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1342-1576) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.68 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Nazrana IssueInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Bengal is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu motifs. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Al-Sultan al-Azam" in Arabic, indicating the Sultan's name and title, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, who is revered as the goddess of wealth and prosperity in Hinduism. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural diversity and syncretism that characterized the Sultanate of Bengal during the 16th century.
