Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCoinsA.H. 756/ A.D. 1355

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) is a coins Gulbarga from India created in A.H. 756/ A.D. 1355 using silver measuring 0.363oz. (10.29g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
Dimensions0.363oz. (10.29g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePrivate Collection, Haddam, CT
DateA.H. 756/ A.D. 1355

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Gulbarga, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359)?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) created?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) dates to A.H. 756/ A.D. 1355.

What material is Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) made from?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) is crafted from silver.

Where does Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) originate?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Bahman Shāh (r.1347-1359) originates from India.

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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