Tilla - Nasr-Allah bin Haydar Tora 1243-1275 (1827-1858) front Tilla - Nasr-Allah bin Haydar Tora 1243-1275 (1827-1858) back
Tilla - Nasr-Allah bin Haydar Tora 1243-1275 (1827-1858) photo
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Tilla - Nasr-Allah bin Haydar Tora

 
Gold 4.55 g -
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Bukhara
Emir
Nasr-Allah bin Haydar Tora (1827-1860)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1243-1275 (1827-1858)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Tilla (21)
Currency
Tenga (1801-1920)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.55 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#341731
Rarity index
100%

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 in the region. The Emirate of Bukhara was facing challenges from neighboring powers and internal strife, and the coinage of the time reflects this instability. Despite these challenges, the Tilla coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, a testament to the resilience of the people of Bukhara.