1 Tanka - Shams al-din Firuz Lakhnauti ND
| Silver | 11.02 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Bengal (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1300-1302 |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1342-1576) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.02 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#153007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Comment
This type is published only for 1300 and 1302 AD, though accoring to Goron other dates for this types may existInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams al-din Firuz, who was the first Muslim ruler of the Bengal Sultanate. He ruled from 1300 to 1302 and was known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 11.02 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
