Lot 148

Bengal Sultanate, Ala al-din Husain Shah (AH 899-925, 1493-1519 AD), Gold Nazarana Tanka, 10.52 gms, 25.48 mm, Khazana Mint, AH 899, Obv: al-sultan al-adil al-badhil walad sayyid al-mursalin ala al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, Rev: Kalima, mint name and AH date within double multi-foil decorative border, G&G # B690, extra fine, extremely rare.

This coin represents the inaugural issue of Sultan Ala al-Din Husain Shah, under whose reign the Bengal Sultanate reached the height of its political and cultural prominence. The inscription refers to the Sultan as “the just and munificent sultan, the descendant of the leader of the prophets,” highlighting both his sovereign authority and his asserted spiritual lineage.

It is regarded as one of the finest known examples of a Nazarana coin, distinguished by its refined artistry and exceptional visual appeal. The intricate floral border enhances its aesthetic presence, while the coin retains full original luster and attractive natural toning. Its superb preservation and elegant design make it a remarkable representation of the numismatic sophistication of the Bengal Sultanate.