delhi-sultanate-1325-1351-ce-reign-of-muhammad-bin-tughluq-item
DenominationTanka
Country / EmpireDelhi Sultanate
Obverse DesignArabic inscriptions, typically featuring the ruler's name and titles such as 'al-Sultan al-A'zam Muhammad Shah bin Tughluq Shah' or 'He who trusts in the Merciful God, Muhammad bin Tughluq'. The design is in a calligraphic style.
Reverse DesignArabic inscriptions, often including the Kalima (Islamic creed), the mint name, and the date of issue. Some variations feature religious or philosophical phrases. The design is in a calligraphic style.
Historical Context
This coin represents a silver Tanka issued during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughluq (1325-1351 CE), a significant and often controversial ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty. His reign was marked by ambitious administrative and monetary reforms, including attempts to standardize coinage and the introduction of a token currency. The silver Tanka was a primary medium of exchange within the vast Delhi Sultanate. Muhammad bin Tughluq's coins are known for their varied and often elaborate inscriptions, reflecting his intellectual and religious inclinations. Note: While the provided image title refers to a Tanka of Ghiyath al-Din Tughluq, the instructions specified to provide details for a Tanka of Muhammad bin Tughluq.
