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100 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I
1255 (1839-1853) years| Gold (.875) | 8.544 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1255 (1839-1853) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 100 Qirsh |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 8.544 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
All reverses with date letters ١٢٥٥.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١٥
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٥٥
Translation:
15
Struck in Egypt
1255
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Abdulmejid I, who was the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1839 to 1853. He was known for his efforts to modernize the empire and introduce new currency reforms, which included the introduction of the qirsh coin. The 100 qirsh coin was a significant denomination at the time and was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal. The fact that it was issued during Abdulmejid's reign highlights the importance of this coin in the history of the Ottoman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1255 (1843) ٥ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1255 (1852) ١٥ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I 1255 (1839-1853) coin.
