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1 Tanka - Sher Shah Suri Delhi
| Silver | 11.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sur Empire (Indian Sultanates) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Sher Shah Suri (شير شاہ سوري) (1539-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 949-951 (1543-1545) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Suri (1539-1545) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#65371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sher Shah Suri 1 Tanka coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a mosque, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Hindu temple, highlighting the cultural syncretism that existed during the Sur Empire's rule in India.
