AH 618 (1221) Mongol Jital – Malik of Kurzuwan – PCGS XF40 BN – Ex. Robert Tye Collection
A remarkable medieval coin from the early Mongol period, this AH 618 (1221) Jital was issued under the authority of the Malik of Kurzuwan during a time of great historical change as Mongol power expanded across Central Asia and the Islamic world.
Certified PCGS XF40 BN, this example displays strong remaining detail with attractive brown coloration and the authentic character expected from a coin struck over 800 years ago. The coin represents the continuation of local coinage traditions during the early Mongol era, when regional rulers and mints adapted to the changing political landscape created by the Mongol conquests.
This specimen carries important provenance, having been part of the renowned Robert Tye Collection, adding significant appeal for collectors of medieval Islamic and Central Asian coinage.
The jital was a widely circulated medieval denomination used throughout the regions of present-day Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India. Coins of this period provide a fascinating connection to the trade routes, political struggles, and cultural exchanges of the early 13th century.
Coin Details:
• Date: AH 618 (1221 AD)
• Authority: Malik of Kurzuwan
• Denomination: Jital
• Grade: PCGS XF40 BN
• Composition: Billon / Base Silver Alloy
• Provenance: Ex. Robert Tye Collection
• Period: Early Mongol Era
A highly collectible medieval coin for specialists in Mongol coinage, Islamic numismatics, Central Asian history, and ancient world coins. The combination of early 13th-century history, PCGS certification, and Robert Tye provenance makes this an exceptional addition to an advanced collection.
