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100 Kurus - Abdülaziz Constantinople

1277 (1861-1874) years
Gold (.917) 7.216 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Abdülaziz (1861-1876)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1277 (1861-1874)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
100 Kurush
Currency
Lira (1844-1923)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
7.216 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22156
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

Stacked legend within wreath.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٢٧٧

Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1277

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Kurus - Abdülaziz (Constantinople) 1277 (1861-1874) 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, and it features a unique blend of traditional Islamic design elements and Western-style numerals and inscriptions. This coin represents a fascinating intersection of cultural and historical influences, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1277 (1861) ١ 2347000 - - - - - -
1277 (1862) ٢ 3129000 - - - - - -
1277 (1863) ٣ 478000 - - - - - -
1277 (1864) ٤ 628000 - - - - - -
1277 (1865) ٥ 561000 - - - - - -
1277 (1866) ٦ 330000 - - - - - -
1277 (1867) ٧ 1491000 - - - - - -
1277 (1868) ٨ 495000 - - - - - -
1277 (1869) ٩ 1570000 - - - - - -
1277 (1870) ١٠ 304000 - - - - - -
1277 (1870) ١١ 866000 - - - - - -
1277 (1871) ١٢ 372000 - - - - - -
1277 (1872) ١٣ 246000 - - - - - -
1277 (1873) ١٤ 286000 - - - - - -
1277 (1874) ١٥ 3600 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Kurus - Abdülaziz (Constantinople) 1277 (1861-1874) coin.