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Silver ¼ Tanka - Timurid - Abu Sa'id - Astarabad Mint ND
| Silver | 1.28 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Timurid Empire (Mongol States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1451-1469 |
| Value | ¼ Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1370-1507) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#354326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Astarabad/Esterabad is modern day Gorgan, Iran.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abu Sa'id, who was the last ruler of the Timurid Empire. He ruled from 1451 until his death in 1469, and during his reign, he made significant efforts to reform the currency and monetary system of the empire. The Astarabad Mint, where this coin was minted, was one of the major mints established during his reign, and it played an important role in the production of coins for the empire.
