Delhi, Sultanate of 1 Tanka – Ala’ al-Din Muhammad Khilji EXTREMELY RARE SILVER COIN

Description

Issuer	Sultanate of Delhi (Indian Sultanates)
Sultan	Alauddin Khalji (1296-1316)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1296-1316
Value	1 Tanka
Currency	Tanka (1206-1526)
Composition	Silver
Weight	10.8 g
Diameter	28 mm
Thickness	2.4 mm
Shape	Round (irregular)
Technique	Hammered

This exceptional 1 Tanka silver coin was minted during the reign of Alauddin Khalji (1296-1316), one of the Delhi Sultanate's most influential rulers. Composed of pure silver and weighing 10.8 grams, this hammered coin showcases the craftsmanship of medieval Islamic India during a transformative era of the sultanate's expansion and consolidation. Alauddin Khalji, remembered as a military strategist and reformer, implemented significant monetary reforms that made the Tanka a standard currency across his dominion. This particular specimen represents an extremely rare survival from over 700 years of history. Hand-struck using traditional techniques, the coin's 28mm diameter and slightly irregular round shape are characteristic of hammered coinage from this period. For numismatists and history enthusiasts, this coin offers a tangible connection to medieval South Asian history, Islamic numismatic traditions, and the sultanate's cultural heritage. The rarity of well-preserved examples makes this piece highly sought after by serious collectors. Its historical significance, combined with the material value of silver and the scarcity of documented specimens, positions this Tanka as both an intellectual treasure and a worthy investment for those passionate about Islamic and Indian numismatic history. #