Jital - Muizz al-din Muhammad bin Sam Ghorid of Ghazna / Budaon ND
| Leaded copper (Copper+Lead) | 3.56 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ghurid dynasty |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mu'izz ad-Din Muhammad ibn Sam (سلطان معزالدین محمد غوری) (1203-1206) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1173-1206 |
| Value | 1 Jital (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Jital (879-1215) |
| Composition | Leaded copper (Copper+Lead) |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.06 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Horseman and Inscription in Nagari
Translation: Sri Hamira
Edge
Plain
Comment
Examples of daggers:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of a unique material called "Leaded copper," which is an alloy of copper and lead. This material was commonly used in the production of coins during the Ghurid dynasty, and it was prized for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of this material in the production of coins during this time period is a testament to the advanced metallurgical techniques and technologies that were developed during the Ghurid era.
