Tanka/Jital
Dynasty / Name of State : Sultans of Madura
Ruler / Authority : Shams Al Din Adil Shah
Denomination : Tanka/Jital
Metal : Billon
Shape : Round
Weight : 3.6
Minting Technique : Die Struck
Issued Year : 751
Size : NA
History of Shams Al Din Adil Shah
The Sultanate of Madurai, officially known as the Ma’bar Sultanate by contemporaries, was established by Jalaluddin Ahsan Khan. The kingdom lasted for only 48 years where it saw 8 reigning Sultans. Jalaluddin was appointed viceroy of Madurai province by the Delhi Sultan, Muhammad bin Tughluq. Khan declared independence from Delhi in 1335 CE to rule as Sultan from his new capital of Madurai. His successors ruled till 1378 CE when the last Sultan...Disclaimer :
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