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Gold tilla, Emirate of Bukhara.: CM.YG.3696-R

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Titles

Gold tilla, Emirate of Bukhara.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Anonymous
Mint: Bukhara

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 22 mm
Die Axis: 270 degrees
Weight: 4.54 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1936) by Young, Arthur W.

Dating

1832 CE - 1837 CE

Materials used in production

Gold

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.YG.3696-R
Primary reference Number: 227244

Audit data

Created: Wednesday 19 June 2019 Updated: Wednesday 18 June 2025

Associated departments & institutions

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

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