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

Own a remarkable piece of medieval Indian history with this extraordinary 1 Tanka silver coin from the Delhi Sultanate, minted during the reign of Ala' al-Din Muhammad Khilji (1296-1316). This exceptional specimen represents one of the finest examples of 13th-century Islamic numismatics from the Indian subcontinent. Crafted from pure silver through traditional hammering techniques, this coin weighs 10.8 grams and measures 28mm in diameter, displaying the characteristic irregular round shape typical of medieval hand-struck coinage. The Tanka served as the primary currency of the Delhi Sultanate and remained in circulation for over three centuries (1206-1526), making it a crucial artifact of this influential period. Ala' al-Din Muhammad Khilji, one of Delhi's most powerful and visionary sultans, revolutionized the sultanate's military and administrative systems. His Tanka coins are increasingly scarce in today's collector market, particularly in well-preserved condition. This coin is highly sought after by serious numismatists and history enthusiasts for its historical significance, metallic composition, and rarity. It represents an exceptional investment opportunity for collectors of Islamic coinage, Indian sultanate artifacts, or medieval world currencies. A museum-quality addition to any distinguished collection. --- #