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¼ Sultani - Mahmud II
| Gold | 0.8 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Algiers (Algeria) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1224-1243 (1809-1828) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Sultani (1.125) |
| Currency | Budju (1517-1848) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#80574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend, year
Script: Arabic
Comment
Weight varies 0.78-0.85 g.Size varies 14-15 mm.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who was the last ruler of the Ottoman Empire to have a significant impact on the country's coinage. He introduced a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the empire's economy and currency, including the introduction of new coinage that was based on the European model. This coin, which was made of gold and weighed 0.8 grams, was part of that effort and features the Sultan's name and title on one side and the date on the other. Despite the efforts to modernize, the Ottoman Empire continued to face economic challenges and eventually collapsed in the early 20th century.
