Islamic ArtCoinslate 13th– early 14th century

Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). is a coins created in late 13th– early 14th century using silver measuring Wt. 0.4oz (10.88g) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
DimensionsWt. 0.4oz (10.88g)
ClassificationCoins
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePrivate Collection, Haddam, CT
Datelate 13th– early 14th century

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What department houses Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316).?

Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). created?

Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). dates to late 13th– early 14th century.

What material is Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). made from?

Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). is crafted from silver.

Is Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). in the public domain?

Tanka coin from Sultanate of Delhi, reign of ‘Alā’ al-Dīn Muḥammad Shāh Khalaji (r. 1296-1316). 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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