15 Para - Abdulhamid I ND
1773 year| Silver | 7.35 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Tripoli (Libya) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid I (1774-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1773 |
| Value | 15 Para (⅜) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.35 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#116122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Comment
Listed in Krause as "ND (AH1187)//1"Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Para coin from the Regency of Tripoli (Libya) made of Silver weighing 7.35g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Abdulhamid I" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with a crescent moon and star, which was a common motif in Islamic coinage. However, the shield is also adorned with a wreath, which is a typical element found in Western coins. This blending of design styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Islamic world and Europe during the 18th century.
