1 Tanka - Zahir al-Din b. Ghiyath al-Din Mahmud (Pakli) ND (925-975) front 1 Tanka - Zahir al-Din b. Ghiyath al-Din Mahmud (Pakli) ND (925-975) back
1 Tanka - Zahir al-Din b. Ghiyath al-Din Mahmud (Pakli) ND (925-975) photo
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1 Tanka - Zahir al-Din b. Ghiyath al-Din Mahmud Pakli ND

 
Silver 4.12 g -
Description
Issuer
Qarluqs of Hazara (Greater Iran)
King
Zahir al-Din ibn Mahmud (mid-10th century)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
925-975
Value
1 Tanka
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.12 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#382003
Rarity index
100%

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Zahir al-Din b. Ghiyath al-Din Mahmud (Pakli), who was a prominent ruler of the Qarluqs of Hazara (Greater Iran) during the 10th century. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the region at that time, showcasing a unique blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic motifs.