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Tanka - Timur with Mahmud Khan Astrabad
| Silver | 6.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Timurid Empire (Mongol States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 793-799 (1391-1397) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tanka |
| Currency | Tanka (1370-1507) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#312015 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Timur, also known as Tamerlane, who was a powerful Mongol emperor who ruled over a vast empire that included present-day Central Asia, Afghanistan, and parts of Iran, Russia, and China. He is considered one of the greatest conquerors in history, known for his military campaigns and cultural achievements. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1391 to 1405, and it is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians.
