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2 Kurus - Abdülaziz

1277 (1861-1865) years
Silver (.830) 2.4055 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Abdülaziz (1861-1876)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1277 (1861-1865)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Kuruş (0.02)
Currency
Lira (1844-1923)
Composition
Silver (.830)
Weight
2.4055 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#119342
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Text, value and date surrounded by 12 stars

Script: Arabic

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Kurus - Abdülaziz 1277 (1861-1865) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Sultan Abdülaziz, who was known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire and align it with European standards. This coin, made of silver (.830) and weighing 2.4055 g, was part of a broader effort to introduce new currency and monetary systems in the empire, and it reflects the empire's efforts to adopt Western-style currency and economic practices.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1277 (1861)  55000 - - - - - -
1277 (1862)  65000 - - - - - -
1277 (1863)  235000 - - - - - -
1277 (1865)  135000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Kurus - Abdülaziz 1277 (1861-1865) coin.