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10 Para - Abdülmecid I Constantinople
1255 (1853-1859) years| Copper | 7.93 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1255 (1853-1859) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Para (1⁄400) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.93 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#19337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Value in center of circular text.
All reverses with accession date 1255
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عز نصره ضرب في قسطنطينية
١٠
١٢٥٥
سنة
Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
10
Year 1255
Edge
Plain
Comment
In ١٢٥٥/١٦ (1854) there are variations in the date:Var.1 ("١٦" -Tilt left.)
Var.2 ("٦" Far from "١")
Var.3 ("٦" near to "١")
Var.4 (Tail of "٦" is up.)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription " Abdülmecid I" in Arabic script, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a tughra, a symbol used by Ottoman sultans to signify their authority. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred during the Ottoman Empire's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1255 (1853) ١٥ | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1854) ١٦ | 9120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1855) ١٧ | 9110000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1856) ١٨ | 1900000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1857) ١٩ | 33600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1858) ٢٠ | 20800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1859) ٢١ | 7500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Para - Abdülmecid I (Constantinople) 1255 (1853-1859) coin.
