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

 
Silver 10.90 g 24.08 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
10.90 g
Diameter
24.08 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79148
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Reverse die variety.
Last line contains just "Allah" instead of "al-a'dal Allah"

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 10.90 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 rule.