Lot 1093
Sultans of Malwa. Muhammad I (AH 838-839; 1435-1436 AD). Silver Tanka, Shadiabad, Year 840, 10.01g, 26mm (G&G M13). Abou. Sultans of Malwa. Muhammad I (AH 838-839; 1435-1436 AD). Silver Tanka, Shadiabad, Year 840, 10.01g, 26mm (G&G M13). About very fine. Very rare. Muhammad, the eldest son of Hushang shah, the previous ruler, is reported to have been a malignant drunkard who put to death his three brothers and other relatives, while leaving the reins of government in the hands of a second cousin and his son, Mahmud. According to the sources, Muhammad’s reign covered the years 838-839, before he was duly done away with. Gold and Silver Tankas of the present type are, however, dated 840. So either they were issued posthumously by adherents of Muhammad or his son, Mas‘ud Khan, or Muhammad’s reign actually extended into the year 840. All coins of this ruler are at least rare and very difficult to find. $ 1,200.
Estimated Value $1,200-UP.
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