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Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza Sawah
834 (1431) year| Silver | 5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Timurid Empire (Mongol States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 834 (1431) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1370-1507) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#294943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tanka coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shahrukh Mirza, who was a prominent ruler of the Timurid Empire and known for his military campaigns and cultural achievements. The coin's design features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shahrukh Mirza, the Just King" and includes the date of issue, 834 AH (1431 CE), which was a significant year in the Islamic calendar. Additionally, the coin's silver content and 5g weight make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
