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Tanka: CM.2149-2003

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Iskandar (1561-83)
Mint: Balkh

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Notes

History note: Tye list 38, no. 66.

Measurements and weight

Die Axis: 170 degrees
Image(height): 16 mm
Image(width): 16 mm
Weight: 4.61 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought by Jeeps Fund

Dating

1561 - 1583

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2149-2003
Primary reference Number: 107392
Ordering: IS-3402
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 11 January 2023 Last processed: Monday 26 February 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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