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1 Tanka - Husain Shah Fathabad
899 (1494) year| Silver | 10.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Bengal (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 899 (1494) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1342-1576) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lettering: الدین ابو المظفر حسین شاہ السلطان بن سید اشرف الحسینی خلد اللہ ملکه و سلطانہ
Translation: wa ’l din abu ’l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf al-husaini khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu’
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Bengal is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material that was widely used in coinage during that time period. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Sultanate, and it also made the coins more durable and resistant to wear and tear. Additionally, the fact that the coin weighs 10.4 grams suggests that it was a significant amount of silver, further highlighting the value and importance of the coin.
