History of the Qaraunah Turks in India c14.s1.29

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In constructing a connected history of Muhammad Tughluq's reign the numismatic data have proved of incalculable assistance. The mediæval writers are as a rule deficient in chronology and consequently much difficulty is experienced in settling the dates of even important political events. The numismatic material is more accessible than the epigraphic. A great many coins have been discussed in treatises by scholars of repute who have placed plenty of useful material within the reach of the researchist from which he can draw his own conclusions. The coins of Muhammad Tughluq and the legends inscribed thereon have served to elucidate several knotty points connected with his reign and have helped considerably in making a full chronology. The various coins collected in Thomas' 'Chronicles of the Pathān kings,' the 'Initial coinage of Bengal,' the various catalogues of coins and the journals of learned Societies have been carefully studied and utilised. The numismatic data have rendered invaluable help in interpreting the history of Bengal during this period.