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1 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II
1293 (1876-1880) years| Silver (.833) | 1.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1293 (1876-1880) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Qirsh (0.01) |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 14 August 1922 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Legend, regnal year and accession date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٥
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٩٣
Translation:
Year 5
Struck in Egypt
1293
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876-1880) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, which are common symbols of Islam, while the reverse side features a crowned bust of Abdul Hamid II, which was a common feature of European coins at the time. This blending of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Egypt and Europe during the late 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1293 (1876) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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