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2½ Qirsh - Abdulaziz
1277 (1869-1874) years| Silver (.900) | 3.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdülaziz (1867-1876) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1277 (1869-1874) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 2½ Qirsh (0.025) |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Qirsh - Abdulaziz 1277 (1869-1874) coin from Egypt is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Abdulaziz, who was the Khedive of Egypt from 1867 to 1879. During his rule, Egypt underwent a period of modernization and reform, which included the introduction of new currency and the expansion of trade and commerce. The 2½ Qirsh coin was a significant part of this process, as it was designed to be a widely used and accessible form of currency for the general population. Despite being made of silver, the coin was still relatively affordable and widely available, making it an important symbol of Egypt's economic growth and development during this time.
