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Lot 565: India, Delhi Sultanate. Islam Shah. ruled 1545-1554. AR rupee. Mintless type, AH 958 (1551 AD).

AUCTION:  Triskeles - Auction 31 (Auction 346)

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  • Starting Bid: $90
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India, Delhi Sultanate. Islam Shah. ruled 1545-1554. AR rupee (33 mm, 11.33 g). Mintless type, AH 958 (1551 AD). Arabic number 1477 in obverse top margin, with Star of David to right / G&G D980. A choice specimen with complete details.

This massive specimen has the Star of David visible on the top margin - an example of the religious tolerance under the Suri sultans, which was continued by Mughal emperor Akbar the Great.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
  • Lot #: 565
  • Listing #: 206779
  • Closed: Friday, March 27, 2020 7:08:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $150