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Lot No.167
AUC27
Mughals
Auction Date: 01-04-2017
Silver
Humayun (in exile, 1540-1555 AD), Silver Shahrukhi jointly issued with Tahmasp I Safavi of Iran, Qandahar Mint, 4.27g. Obv: Shi'a version of Kalima, and name and titles of Tahmasp partly visible. Rev: Shi'a version of Kalima, full name Muhammad Humayun bin Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur Badshah Ghazi partly visible.
About Very Fine, Very Rare
Humayun was forced to flee India under the Afghan resurgence led by Sher Shah Suri, and sought refuge with Tahmasp Safavi, the king of Iran. Tahmasp granted Humayun asylum on the condition he converts to Shi'ism. In 1545, a joint expedition under the charge of Humayun subsequently engaged Qandahar which was occupied by his rebellious brother Kamran. Humayun conquered the fort and city, nominaly on behalf of Tahmasp. Both the facts - Humayun's conversion to Shi'ism and his vassalage to Tahmasp are reflected in legends on this coin.
The conquest of Qandahar allowed Humayun a much needed strategic foothold to begin his re-conquest of India.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 18,000-20,000
Sold For :
Rs. 33,000
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