AH 618 (1221) Mongol Jital – Anonymous Type – PCGS VF35 BN – Ex. Robert Tye Collection
A fascinating medieval coin from the early Mongol period, this AH 618 (1221) Jital was struck during the rise of the Mongol Empire and represents the anonymous coinage associated with the turbulent years following the Mongol invasions of the Indian subcontinent.
Certified PCGS VF35 BN, this coin displays well-preserved medieval details with attractive brown patina and the character expected from a coin nearly eight centuries old. The anonymous type adds to its historical intrigue, reflecting a period when local monetary traditions continued under the influence of expanding Mongol power.
This example carries important provenance, having previously belonged to the renowned Robert Tye Collection, adding additional appeal for collectors of medieval Islamic coinage and coins with documented collecting history.
The jital was a widely circulated medieval denomination used throughout regions of Central Asia and northern India. These coins provide a tangible connection to the era of the Mongol conquests, trade routes, and the complex cultural exchange between Islamic, Indian, and steppe civilizations.
Coin Details:
• Date: AH 618 (1221 AD)
• Ruler: Anonymous Mongol Period Issue
• Denomination: Jital
• Grade: PCGS VF35 BN
• Composition: Billon / Base Silver Alloy
• Provenance: Ex. Robert Tye Collection
• Era: Early Mongol Empire Period
A remarkable historical artifact for collectors of Mongol coins, medieval Islamic coinage, Central Asian history, and ancient world coins. With its early 13th-century date, PCGS certification, and Robert Tye provenance, this coin offers both historical significance and collectible pedigree.
