1 Tanka - Sikandar Shah ND (1357-1389) front 1 Tanka - Sikandar Shah ND (1357-1389) back
1 Tanka - Sikandar Shah ND (1357-1389) photo
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1 Tanka - Sikandar Shah ND

 
Silver 10.54 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Bengal (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1357-1389
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1342-1576)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.54 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#63323
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Translation: Yameen Khalifatullah Nasir Amirul Momineen Khalladallahu Khilafatahu

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Tanka - Sikandar Shah ND (1357-1389) from Sultanate of Bengal (Indian Sultanates) made of Silver weighing 10.54 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's design showcases the Sultanate's cultural diversity and religious tolerance during Sikandar Shah's reign.