Jital - Muizz al-din Muhammad bin Sam (Ghorid of Ghazna / Delhi) ND (1173-1206) front Jital - Muizz al-din Muhammad bin Sam (Ghorid of Ghazna / Delhi) ND (1173-1206) back
Jital - Muizz al-din Muhammad bin Sam (Ghorid of Ghazna / Delhi) ND (1173-1206) photo
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Jital - Muizz al-din Muhammad bin Sam Ghorid of Ghazna / Delhi ND

 
Leaded copper (Copper+Lead) 3.48 g 15.45 mm
Description
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
3.48 g
Diameter
15.45 mm
Thickness
2.54 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#49527
Rarity index
64%

Reverse

Horseman holding standard right, inscription.

Lettering: Sri Hamira

Edge

Plain

Comment

Tye denotes the composition as “white appearance billon, and perhaps contains between 30% and 8% silver”.  It is likely that the white appearance is due to the inclusion of lead in the alloy.

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 coins during the Ghurid dynasty, and it was prized for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of this material in coins also allowed for intricate designs and patterns to be minted onto the coin's surface, making it a distinctive feature of Ghurid coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1173-1206)  - - - - - -

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