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1 Qirsh - Mahmud II
1223 (1812) year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1223 (1812) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Qirsh |
| Currency | Piastre (1688-1834) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#340339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four lines of inscription
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Qirsh - Mahmud II 1223 (1812) coin from Eyalet of Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features Arabic script and the year 1223 in Islamic calendar, while the reverse side features a crowned bust of Mahmud II, a departure from the traditional Islamic coinage designs that did not depict human figures. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and political influences of the time, as Egypt was under Ottoman rule but also had strong ties with Europe.
