1 Tanka - Sharaf b. Muhammad ND (1401-1450) front 1 Tanka - Sharaf b. Muhammad ND (1401-1450) back
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1 Tanka - Sharaf b. Muhammad ND

 
Silver 4.59 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Bitlis (Kurdish dynasty)
Emir
Sharaf ibn Muhammad (circa 1401-1450)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1401-1450
Value
1 Tanka
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.59 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#387803
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Edge

Plain.

Comment

This type has been published on Zeno:

https://www.zeno.ru/showphoto.php?photo=38356

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tanka coin from the Emirate of Bitlis (Kurdish dynasty) is that it features an inscription in the Kurdish language, which is a rare occurrence in coinage from that time period. The inscription on the coin reads "Sharaf b. Muhammad" in Kurdish script, indicating the name of the ruler who issued the coin. This highlights the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region and showcases the rich history of the Kurdish people.