Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCoinsA.H. 797/ A.D. 1394-5

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) is a coins Gulbarga from India created in A.H. 797/ A.D. 1394-5 using silver measuring Wt. 0.4oz (10.77g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
DimensionsWt. 0.4oz (10.77g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePrivate Collection, Haddam, CT
DateA.H. 797/ A.D. 1394-5

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Gulbarga, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397)?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) created?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) dates to A.H. 797/ A.D. 1394-5.

What material is Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) made from?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) is crafted from silver.

Where does Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) originate?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) originates from India.

Is Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) in the public domain?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Muhammad Shah II (r.1378-1397) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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