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Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) is a coins Gulbarga from India created in A.H. 819/A.D. 1416/7 using silver measuring Wt. 0.4oz (10.94g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
DimensionsWt. 0.4oz (10.94g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePrivate Collection, Haddam, CT
DateA.H. 819/A.D. 1416/7

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Gulbarga, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422)?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) created?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) dates to A.H. 819/A.D. 1416/7.

What material is Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) made from?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) is crafted from silver.

Where does Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) originate?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) originates from India.

Is Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) in the public domain?

Bahmani tanka coin from reign of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (r. 1397-1422) 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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