© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Tanka - Shams al-Din b. Diya' al-Din ND
| Silver | 4.47 g | - |
| Issuer | Emirate of Bitlis (Kurdish dynasty) |
|---|---|
| Emir | Shams al-Din ibn Diya' (circa 1425-1475) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1475 |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#387802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al-Din b. Diya' al-Din, who was a prominent Kurdish ruler of the Emirate of Bitlis in the 15th century. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the region at that time, showcasing a unique blend of Islamic and Kurdish traditions.
