1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-940 (1525-1534) front 1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-940 (1525-1534) back
1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-940 (1525-1534) photo

1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah

 
Copper 9.35 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
932-940 (1525-1534)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Rupee (1396-1583)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.35 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Thickness
4.9 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#143283
Rarity index
97%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah, who was the last ruler of the Gujarat Sultanate. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time. Additionally, the coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the Sultanate, making it a unique piece of history.