Delhi Sultanate, Turk Dynasty, Ghiyath ud-din Balban (AH 664-686 /1266-1287 AD), Hadrat Delhi Mint, Gold Tanka, Broad flan, Obv: Arabic legend "al-sultan al-azam Ghiyath ud-dunya wa'l din Abu'l Muzaffar Balban al-sultan", Rev: Arabic legend "al-imam al-mustasim amir ul mominin" within a circle, mint name Hijri year partly visible at the margin.

(Wt: 10.99 grams, Dia:  28.07 mm), (GG # D155), struck in high relief, boldly struck, superb quality, Gem UNC, Rare.

Comment : Remarkably pristine for the issue, this beautifully centred specimen is struck on an exceptionally broad flan, revealing the complete obverse legend in crisp detail. Delicate underlying lustre shimmers across the surfaces, lending depth and warmth to its appearance. The harmony of sharp detail, fine preservation and generous proportions gives this coin an alluring beauty and distinguished presence an example deserving a place in a carefully curated collection.