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10 Para - Abdulaziz

1277 (1867-1870) years
Copper 5.34 g 29.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Sultan
Abdülaziz (1867-1876)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1277 (1867-1870)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
10 Para (0.0025)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.34 g
Diameter
29.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#230682
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Mint name, regnal year and accession AH date ١٢٧٧

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
٨
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٧٧

Translation:
8
Struck in Egypt
1277

Comment

The coins bear the accession date of 1277 plus the regnal year.
For similar coins without the flower on the obverse, see KM#241.

Interesting fact

The 10 Para coin from Egypt, issued during the reign of Abdulaziz (1867-1870), was made of copper and weighed 5.34 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of the Egyptian currency system at the time, and it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1277 (1867)  204000 - - - - - -
1277 (1870)  200 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Para - Abdulaziz 1277 (1867-1870) coin.