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Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), is a coins Bidar from India created in ca. A.H. 853-60/ A.D. 1449-56 using gold measuring 0.38oz. (10.8g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold
Dimensions0.38oz. (10.8g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineCollection of Pushkar Sohoni, Philadelphia
Dateca. A.H. 853-60/ A.D. 1449-56

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Bidar, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57),?

Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), created?

Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), dates to ca. A.H. 853-60/ A.D. 1449-56.

What material is Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), made from?

Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), is crafted from gold.

Where does Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), originate?

Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), originates from India.

Is Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), in the public domain?

Bahmani Tanka Coin from the Reign of ‘Ala al-Din Ahmad Bahman Shah II (r. A.H. 838-62/ A.D. 1435-57), 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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