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1 Tankah - Maha Thamada
1144 (1783) year| Silver | 10.03 g | 27.7 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Arakan (Indian North-Eastern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| King | Maha Thammada (မဟာသမ္မတ) (1782-1785) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1144 (1783) |
| Calendar | Buddhist (Chulasakarat) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tankah |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.03 g |
| Diameter | 27.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#53241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Comment
Ruler: Maha Thamada RazaWeight varies between 9.87-10.19 grams
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tankah - Maha Thamada 1144 (1783) coin from the Kingdom of Arakan is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Burmese influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, while the reverse side features a Burmese-style inscription in the Mon language. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and diversity of the Arakanese kingdom, which was located in the Indian North-Eastern region and was a significant center of trade and cultural exchange between India and Southeast Asia.
