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One quarter Tanka: CM.65-1945

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Ala. Mahmud I (1436-68)
Place of use: Malwa

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Measurements and weight

Image(height): 13 mm
Image(width): 13 mm
Weight: 2.64 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1945-09-19) by Lyall, R. A., Col.

Dating

1436 - 1468

Materials used in production

Billon

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.65-1945
Primary reference Number: 90764
Ordering: SU-2801
Rajgor: T3050
Goron and Goenka: M35

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Created: Monday 14 April 2014 Updated: Monday 14 April 2014

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

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