2 Asper - Mahmud II 1237-1244 (1822-1829) front 2 Asper - Mahmud II 1237-1244 (1822-1829) back
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2 Asper - Mahmud II

 
Copper 0.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Regency of Algiers (Algeria)
Sultan
Mahmud II (1808-1830)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1237-1244 (1822-1829)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Asper (1⁄348)
Currency
Budju (1517-1848)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-02
References
Numista
N#80401
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Legend with year in the beaded circle

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Mahmud II, who was the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1808 to 1839. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to reform the Ottoman currency and stabilize the economy. The 2 Asper coin was a significant denomination at the time and was widely used in trade and commerce.