1 Tanka - Sher Shah Suri (Shergarh Bakkar) 944-951 (1538-1545) front 1 Tanka - Sher Shah Suri (Shergarh Bakkar) 944-951 (1538-1545) back
1 Tanka - Sher Shah Suri (Shergarh Bakkar) 944-951 (1538-1545) photo
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1 Tanka - Sher Shah Suri Shergarh Bakkar

 
Silver 11.2 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Sur Empire (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan
Sher Shah Suri (شير شاہ سوري) (1539-1545)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
944-951 (1538-1545)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Suri (1539-1545)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.2 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65367
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Kalima

Legend: Shahada

Script: Devanagari

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sher Shah Suri Tanka coin is that it was issued during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the Sur Empire, which was known for its beautiful architecture, literature, and music. Despite being a relatively small empire, Sher Shah Suri's rule had a lasting impact on Indian history and culture.