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Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316).

late 13th– early 14th century

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Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316)., Silver — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Title: Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316).

Date: late 13th– early 14th century

Medium: Silver

Dimensions: Wt. 0.4oz (10.88g)

Classification: Coins

Credit Line: Private Collection, Haddam, CT

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