1 Sultani - Mahmud II 1236 (1821) front 1 Sultani - Mahmud II 1236 (1821) back
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1 Sultani - Mahmud II

1236 (1821) year
Gold (.986) 2.51 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia)
Sultan
Mahmud II (1808-1839)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1236 (1821)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Sultani (20)
Currency
Rial (1567-1891)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
2.51 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#112913
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Sultan title in 4 lines

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
سلطان البرين
وخاقان البحرين
السلطان بن
السلطان

Translation:
Sultan of the 2 lands and 2 seas
The Sultan, son of the Sultan

Comment

Weight varies: 2.50-3.20 g
Note: Unknown face value for the Sultani. Assumed here as 20.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Sultani - Mahmud II 1236 (1821) coin from Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) is that it was made of gold (.986) and weighed 2.51 grams. This coin was issued during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, who ruled Tunisia from 1814 to 1824. The use of gold in the coin's composition was a symbol of the country's wealth and power at the time. Additionally, the coin's design featured intricate engravings and patterns, showcasing the advanced craftsmanship of the mint's artisans. Today, this coin is a highly sought-after collector's item, not only for its historical significance but also for its beauty and rarity.