Billion 1/4 Tanka of Mahmud Shah I(AD1436-69) of Malwa Sultanate Type M35

Malwa Sultanate, Mahmud Shah I(AH839-873/1436-1469AD), Billion 1/4 Tanka, Obv: al-sultan al- adil ala al-dunya wa l din, Rev: abu l muzaffar mahmud shah khalji, 2.51 Gms, 11.09mm, (G&G M35), Extremely Fine, Rare.

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This exceptional Billion 1/4 Tanka represents a significant piece of medieval Indian numismatic history, minted during the reign of Mahmud Shah I of the Malwa Sultanate (1436-1469 AD). The coin weighs 2.51 grams and measures 11.09mm in diameter, crafted from billion—a silver-copper alloy commonly used during this Islamic sultanate period.

The obverse features the classical Islamic inscription “al-sultan al-adil ala al-dunya wa l-din” (The Just Sultan in the World and Faith), while the reverse bears “abu l-muzaffar mahmud shah khalji,” identifying the ruler. This particular specimen is graded as Extremely Fine, showcasing well-preserved details and excellent strike quality—a rarity for coins of this age and origin.

The Malwa Sultanate (1401-1531) was a prominent independent Islamic kingdom in central India, and coins from this period are highly sought after by collectors interested in Indo-Islamic numismatics. This M35 classification piece is particularly scarce, making it a valuable addition to any serious collection. Its historical significance combined with excellent preservation makes it an investment-worthy artifact that bridges art, history, and commerce from the late medieval period.

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