Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza (Countermarked type) ND (1405-1447) front Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza (Countermarked type) ND (1405-1447) back
Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza (Countermarked type) ND (1405-1447) photo
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Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza Countermarked type ND

 
Silver 4.71 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Timurid Empire (Mongol States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1405-1447
Value
1 Tanka
Currency
Tanka (1370-1507)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.71 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#85743
Rarity index
92%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza (Countermarked type) ND (1405-1447) coin from the Timurid Empire (Mongol States) is that it features a unique countermark, which is a small stamp or marking that was added to the coin after it was minted. This countermark is believed to have been added by the mint officials to verify the coin's authenticity and to prevent counterfeiting. The countermark on this coin is a small rectangle with a crescent moon and a star inside, which is a common motif in Islamic art and symbolizes the Islamic faith of the Timurid Empire. The presence of this countermark makes the coin particularly interesting and valuable to collectors and historians.