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Tilla - Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah
| Gold | 4.55 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Emirate of Bukhara |
|---|---|
| Emir | Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah (1860-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1278-1300 (1861-1883) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Tilla (21) |
| Currency | Tenga (1801-1920) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342022 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription and date within circle surrounded by decorative border.
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Emirate of Bukhara was a powerful state in Central Asia during the 19th century, and Muzaffar al-Din bin Nasr-Allah was the ruler of the Emirate from 1861 until his death in 1883. During his reign, the region was facing challenges from the expanding Russian Empire, and the coin may have been issued as a way to assert the Emirate's independence and sovereignty. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
