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 is an exceptionally rare 1 Tanka silver coin issued by the Sultanate of Delhi under the reign of Ala' al-Din Muhammad Khilji (Alauddin Khalji), who ruled from 1296 to 1316. Composed of pure silver and weighing 10.8 grams with a diameter of 28mm, this hammered coin represents a significant piece of medieval Indian numismatic history. Ala' al-Din Khalji was one of Delhi's most powerful sultans, known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. The Tanka served as the primary currency throughout the Delhi Sultanate period (1206-1526) and symbolized the sultanate's economic authority. This particular specimen is extremely rare, reflecting the limited survival rate of coins from this distant era. Collectors value this coin for its historical significance, exceptional age (over 700 years old), and the intricate details of its hammered construction. The irregular round shape is characteristic of medieval hand-struck coinage, with each piece bearing unique variations that tell stories of the mints where they were produced. This is an outstanding investment piece for serious numismatists and history enthusiasts seeking authentic artifacts from the sultanate period. Its rarity, combined with growing interest in Islamic and Indian medieval coinage, makes it a highly desirable addition to any collection. #