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10 Para - Mahmud II
1223 (1808) year| Billon | 4.36 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Tripoli (Libya) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1223 (1808) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Para (0.25) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 4.36 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#115752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Mint and date within beaded circle
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٩
ضرب
في
طرابلس
غرب
١٢٢٣
Translation:
9
Struck in Tripoli West
1223
Comment
Diameter varies: 29-31 mmInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Para coin from the Regency of Tripoli (Libya) is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the early 19th century, as it allowed for the creation of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure copper. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce coins with a silver-like appearance, which was desirable for circulating coins at the time.
