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1 Sultani - Ahmed I
| Gold | 3.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Ahmed I (1603-1617) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1012-1015 (1604-1607) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Sultani (20) |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#113048 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Sultan title
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
ضارب النضر
صاحب
العز والنصر في
البر والبحر
Translation:
Gold striker
The glorious and victorious
In the land and sea
Comment
Incomplete lettering for the Obverse.Year AH1012 here is a guess since date is very crudely struck on this coin, hence the existence of this year - which is unlisted in Krause for this coin - is questionable.
Note: Unknown face value for the Sultani. Assumed here as 20.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Sultani - Ahmed I 1012-1015 (1604-1607) coin from Eyalet of Tunis (Tunisia) is that it was made of gold and weighed 3.5 grams. This is significant because it highlights the value and wealth associated with the coin during its time. The use of gold as a material for coins was a symbol of wealth and power, and the fact that this coin was made of gold suggests that it was a valuable and important form of currency in the region. Additionally, the weight of the coin, 3.5 grams, is also notable as it indicates the coin was made with a significant amount of gold, further emphasizing its value.
