2 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1884-1907) front 2 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1884-1907) back
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2 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II

1293 (1884-1907) years
Silver (.833) 2.75 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Sultan
Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1293 (1884-1907)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
2 Qirsh (0.02)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
2.75 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#25376
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Inscription with regnal year at top and accession year 1293 at bottom, surrounded by wreath, with three stars at top.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:

١٠
ضرب
في
مصر
١٢٩٣

Translation:
10
Struck in Egypt
1293

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1884-1907) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Sultan Abdul Hamid II, while the reverse side features an intricate design of interlocking circles and stars, which was a common motif in Islamic art. This blend of styles reflects the cultural influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1293 (1884) W 4011000 - - - - - -
1293 (1885) W 989000 - - - - - -
1293 (1891) W 540000 - - - - - -
1293 (1894) W 1113000 - - - - - -
1293 (1898) W 500000 - - - - - -
1293 (1901) W 1000000 - - - - - -
1293 (1903) H 1250000 - - - - - -
1293 (1903) W 450000 - - - - - -
1293 (1904) H 500000 - - - - - -
1293 (1907) H 450000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1884-1907) coin.