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2 Keping
| Copper | 6.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Sumatra (British East Indies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1202 (1786-1788) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2 Kepings (1⁄200) |
| Currency | Dollar (1783-1824) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.38 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription with denomination at top and date at bottom using eastern Arabic numeral. Toothed border.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
٢
دو کڤڠ
١٢٠٠
Unabridged legend:
2
Dua keping
1299
Translation:
Two keping
AH 1200
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Keping 1200-1202 (1786-1788) from Sumatra (British East Indies) made of Copper weighing 6.38 g is that it was issued during the reign of Sultan Muhammad Shapurah, who ruled the Aceh Sultanate from 1781 to 1795. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to promote trade and commerce in the region.
