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1 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I
| Silver (.833) | 1.42 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1255-1277 (1839-1861) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Qirsh (0.01) |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٦
ضرب
في
مصر
١٢٥٥
Translation:
6
Struck
in
Egypt
1255
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abdulmecid I, who was the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1839 to 1861. This coin was part of a series of coins that were minted during his reign, which aimed to modernize the Ottoman currency and align it with European standards. The coin's design features the Sultan's name and title in Arabic script, as well as the year of minting in both Islamic and Gregorian calendars. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing insight into the economic and political reforms that took place during Abdulmecid I's rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1255 (1839) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1265 (1849) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1266 (1850) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I 1255-1277 (1839-1861) coin.
