1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-943 (1525-1537) front 1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-943 (1525-1537) back
1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah 932-943 (1525-1537) photo
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1 Tanka - Qutb-ud-Din Bahadur Shah

 
Copper 8.09 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Gujarat (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
932-943 (1525-1537)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Rupee (1396-1583)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8.09 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Thickness
5.85 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#73635
Rarity index
95%

Edge

Rough

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.