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10 Kurus - Abdülaziz
1277 (1861-1865) years| Silver (.830) | 12.027 g | - |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdülaziz (1861-1876) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1277 (1861-1865) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Kurush (0.10) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Silver (.830) |
| Weight | 12.027 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#62675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Kurus - Abdülaziz 1277 (1861-1865) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the empire. The coin was introduced as part of a broader effort to modernize the Ottoman economy and align it with European standards. The use of silver in the coin's production was a deliberate choice to increase its value and stability, as silver was widely recognized as a valuable and reliable metal at the time. Despite the challenges faced by the Ottoman Empire during this period, the 10 Kurus coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the empire.
