1 Para - Mahmud II 1223 (1829-1830) front 1 Para - Mahmud II 1223 (1829-1830) back
1 Para - Mahmud II 1223 (1829-1830) photo
© David Mikeladze

1 Para - Mahmud II

1223 (1829-1830) years
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Regency of Tripoli (Libya)
Sultan
Mahmud II (1808-1839)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1223 (1829-1830)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Para (1⁄40)
Currency
Kuruş (1688-1844)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#79924
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Hexagram with year

Script: Arabic

Lettering: ١٢٢٣

Translation: 1223

Edge

Irregular hammered

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Para coin from the Regency of Tripoli (Libya) made of Copper is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Mahmud II 1223" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the initials "M" and "T" (for "Mahmud" and "Tripoli") flanked by two palm trees. This blend of Islamic calligraphy and Western heraldic elements reflects the cultural influences of the region during the time period.