Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Jalal Al-Din Ahsan Shah Silver 24-Gani
1/3 Tanka , Silver CoinAncient India Coins1334-39
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Obverse of Jalal al-Din Ahsan Shah silver 24-gani (1/3 tanka) (24, 3.57 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B86-001- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 3.57 g
- Diameter
- 14 mm
- Shape
- Square
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Goron-Goenka MD 3. Legend shah ahsan with AH 739 (=1338-39 CE); reverse legend al-husaini
| Denomination | 1/3 Tanka (24 Gani) |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Jalal al-Din Ahsan Shah |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Era | Ancient India Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Hellenistic Asia
New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.
This coin’s issue period
Jalal al-Din Ahsan Shah is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.