Tanka - Shahrukh Mirza Yazd ND
| Silver | 5.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Timurid Empire (Mongol States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1405-1447 |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1370-1507) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#130336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Comment
1445Yazd mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shahrukh Mirza, who was the son of Timur (also known as Tamerlane), the founder of the Timurid Empire. The coin features an inscription in Persian that reads "Shahrukh Mirza, the Just King" and includes the date of issue in the Islamic calendar, which corresponds to 1405-1447 AD. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during the Timurid Empire, which was known for its cultural, scientific, and artistic achievements, and its influence on the development of civilizations in Central Asia, Iran, and Afghanistan.
