1 Tanka Ala al-Din Muhammad Khilji (Alauddin Khilji ) 711 AH (1311 CE) Silver Historic Coin, Khalji Dynasty of Delhi Sultanate, Collectible #A-18

This exceptional silver Tanka represents a pivotal piece of medieval Indian numismatic history, minted during the reign of Ala al-Din Muhammad Khilji (Alauddin Khilji), the renowned sultanate ruler who expanded the Delhi Sultanate to its greatest territorial extent. Dated 711 AH (1311 CE), this coin originates from the Khalji Dynasty period, one of India’s most influential medieval kingdoms.

The Tanka was the primary silver currency of the Delhi Sultanate, and this particular specimen exemplifies the craftsmanship and monetary standards of Alauddin Khilji’s prosperous reign. Struck in pure silver, the coin bears authentic inscriptions and iconography characteristic of 14th-century Islamic coinage in the Indian subcontinent. This piece offers collectors tangible evidence of the sultanate’s administrative sophistication and economic vitality during a transformative historical epoch.

For numismatists and history enthusiasts, this Tanka holds substantial significance as both an artifact and investment. The rarity of well-preserved specimens from this era, combined with the historical importance of Alauddin Khilji’s rule, makes this coin highly desirable. Catalogued as #A-18, this collectible bridges art, history, and economics, appealing to serious collectors seeking authentic medieval Indian currency with documented provenance and scholarly value.

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