Humayun (AH 950-956 /1543-1549 AD), Qandahar Mint, Silver ½ Shahrukhi (Misqal /Mithqal), Crude strike, Obv: Arabic legend The Kalima Shahada in the circular linear border & the four Caliphs' names in the margin, Rev: Arabic legend "Muhammad Humayun Ghazi" in ornate cartouche frame, “khuld Allahu ta'ala mulkahu wa sultanahu” & "zarb Qandahar" partly visible in the outer margin, 2.70g, 26.12mm, no test mark, crude strike, about very fine, Extremely Rare.

Note: Qandahar, historically pivotal, witnessed successive changes in governance between Afghan chiefs and Indian rulers. Initially under Babur's control in 1522, it later briefly gained independence under Askari. Humayun's reconquest in 1545, supported by Persian aid, established Mughal authority, which endured until Akbar's reign. The formal inclusion of Qandahar into the Mughal Empire around 1594 marked a significant milestone in Indo-Afghan relations.

The fractional or smaller units of Sharukhis are exceptionally rare and notably absent from many collections. This particular specimen, featuring an unusual denomination, is being offered for the first time in our auction.

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