1 Tanka - Muhammad Shah I (Hadrat Fathabad) 761-767 (1360-1366) front 1 Tanka - Muhammad Shah I (Hadrat Fathabad) 761-767 (1360-1366) back
1 Tanka - Muhammad Shah I (Hadrat Fathabad) 761-767 (1360-1366) photo
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1 Tanka - Muhammad Shah I Hadrat Fathabad

 
Silver 10.93 g 27.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Bahmani (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Muhammad I (1358-1375)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
761-767 (1360-1366)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1347-1518)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.93 g
Diameter
27.00 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#128119
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Muhammad shah al-sultan ibn al-sultan

Date in bottom reverse margin, mint-name in right reverse margin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Muhammad Shah I, also known as Hadrat Fathabad, who was the third Sultan of the Bahmani Sultanate. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce, which helped to increase the prosperity of the Sultanate during his rule.