1 Tanka - Muhammad bin Farid 837-841 (1434-1437) front 1 Tanka - Muhammad bin Farid 837-841 (1434-1437) back
1 Tanka - Muhammad bin Farid 837-841 (1434-1437) photo
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1 Tanka - Muhammad bin Farid

 
Silver 11.40 g -
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Muhammad Shah (1434-1445)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
837-841 (1434-1437)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.40 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#378118
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The 1 Tanka coin from the Sultanate of Delhi, issued during the reign of Muhammad bin Farid (1434-1437), features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side, reflecting the cultural syncretism of the Indian Sultanates during that period.