Islamic ArtCoinsAH 838 or 839/ A.D.1434-1436Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) is a coins from India created in AH 838 or 839/ A.D.1434-1436 using copper measuring Wt. 0.5oz. (15.07g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper |
| Dimensions | Wt. 0.5oz. (15.07g) |
| Classification | Coins |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Private Collection, Haddam, CT |
| Date | AH 838 or 839/ A.D.1434-1436 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Deccan, India. 
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What department houses Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457)?
Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) created?
Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) dates to AH 838 or 839/ A.D.1434-1436.
What material is Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) made from?
Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) is crafted from copper.
Where does Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) originate?
Bahmani gani coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Aḥmad Shāh II (r. 1435-1457) originates from India.
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