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100 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II
1293 (1876-1882) years| Gold (.875) | 8.544 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1293 (1876-1882) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 100 Qirsh |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 8.544 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Regnal year
Mintnam
accession year
Script: Arabic
Translation:
1
Struck in Egypt
1293
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876-1882) coin from Egypt is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Abdul Hamid II, who was the 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and ruled from 1876 to 1909. During his reign, Egypt was facing economic challenges, including a significant debt crisis, and the government was working to modernize the country's infrastructure and economy. The coin's gold content and weight also make it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.
