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100 Kurus - Abdülmecid I Constantinople
1255 (1843-1861) years| Gold (.917) | 7.216 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1255 (1843-1861) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#59645 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Stacked legend within wreath.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٢٥٥
Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1255
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Kurus coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Abdülmecid I, who was the last sultan to rule the empire. He was known for his efforts to modernize the empire and introduce new reforms, which is reflected in the design of the coin. The coin features an inscription in Arabic script that reads "Abdülmecid I, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire," and on the reverse side, it has a depiction of the imperial crown and a wreath of laurel leaves. The use of gold in the coin's minting process also signifies the wealth and power of the Ottoman Empire during that time.
