AH 618 (AD 1221) Mongols – Anonymous Jital Citing the Malik of Kurzuwan – XF45 BN – Ex. Robert Tye
An exceptional medieval copper jital struck in AH 618 (AD 1221) during the Mongol conquest of Central Asia. This anonymous issue cites the Malik (ruler) of Kurzuwan, preserving the name of a local authority during one of the most pivotal military campaigns in world history.
The coin was produced at a time when the armies of Genghis Khan swept across Central Asia, reshaping the political landscape of the medieval world. As both a monetary artifact and a historical document, it offers a tangible connection to the dramatic events of the early 13th century.
Certified XF45 BN (Extremely Fine, Brown), this example displays exceptional preservation for a hammered medieval coin, with strong detail and well-defined inscriptions. It also carries the distinguished provenance Ex. Robert Tye, the renowned scholar and collector of medieval Islamic and Indian coinage, adding further historical and numismatic significance.
Coin Details
- Issuer: Anonymous issue citing the Malik of Kurzuwan
- Date: AH 618 (AD 1221)
- Denomination: Jital
- Composition: Copper
- Grade: XF45 BN
- Provenance: Ex. Robert Tye
- Region: Kurzuwan (Central Asia)
- Historical Period: Mongol Conquests
A remarkable survivor from the era of Genghis Khan, this coin combines outstanding historical significance, respected provenance, and impressive preservation. It is an exceptional addition for collectors of medieval Islamic coinage, Mongol history, and historically important world coins.
