¼ Zer-i Mahbub (İslambol) 1203 (1789) front ¼ Zer-i Mahbub (İslambol) 1203 (1789) back
¼ Zer-i Mahbub (İslambol) 1203 (1789) photo
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¼ Zer-i Mahbub İslambol

1203 (1789) year
Gold 0.49 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Selim III (1789-1807)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1203 (1789)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Zeri Mahbub (⅞)
Currency
Kuruş (1688-1844)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.49 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#389699
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lettering:
AZZE NASRÜHU (9)
DURİBE Fİ
İSLAMBOL
1203

Translation:
May God make him victorious.
Struck in İslambol.
1203/9

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Selim III, who was known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire. The coin's design reflects this modernization, as it features a stylized depiction of the Sultan's tughra (monogram) on one side and a stylized representation of the Kaaba on the other. This blending of traditional Islamic motifs with modern design elements was a hallmark of Selim III's reign and is a notable feature of this coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1203 (1789) 9 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Zer-i Mahbub (İslambol) 1203 (1789) coin.