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1 Tanka - Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah 844-861 AH 1440–1457 AD
| Billon | 9.69 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Jaunpur (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 844-861 (1440-1457) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1394-1479) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 9.69 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Lettering:
محمود شاه
بن ابراهيم شاه
سلطانى خلدت
مملكته
Unabridged legend:
mahmud shah
bin ibrahim shah
sultani khulidat
mamlakatahu
Comment
These coins often appear very coppery. Weight varies. GG lists the weight as 9-9.4gInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah, who was the last ruler of the Sharqi dynasty of the Sultanate of Jaunpur. Despite being the last ruler, his reign saw the minting of several coins, including this 1 Tanka coin, which was made of Billon and weighed 9.69 grams. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Indian Sultanates during the 15th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 857 (1453) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tanka - Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah 844-861 AH (1440–1457 AD) 844-861 (1440-1457) coin.
