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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Tanka - Khidr Khan
| Billon | 8.88 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Khizr Khan (1414-1421) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 817-818 (1414-1415) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1206-1526) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 8.88 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#378117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Delhi 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, which reflects the Islamic influence of the ruling Sultanate, while also showcasing elements of Hindu temple architecture, such as a shikhara (a tower-like structure) and a gopuram (a gateway tower). This blending of styles highlights the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Sultanate's rule in India.
