© M. Sander
© M. Sander
10 Para - Osman III
1168 (1755) year| Billon (.465 silver) | 5.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Osman III (1754-1757) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1168 (1755) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Para (¼) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon (.465 silver) |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#139542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Para coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was issued during the reign of Osman III, who was the last Sultan to issue coins in the traditional Islamic style, featuring the name of the mint and the date of issue in Arabic script. This coin, in particular, was minted in 1168 (1755 AD) and features a unique blend of silver (0.465) and other metals, known as Billon, which was commonly used in Ottoman coinage during that time.
