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20 Kurus - Abdülmecid I Constantinople; large inscription
1255 (1846-1861) years| Silver (.830) | 24 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1255 (1846-1861) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Kurush (0.20) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Silver (.830) |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#30907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Stacked legend within wreath.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٢٥٥
Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1255
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Western influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the tughra (monogram) of Abdülmecid I, which is written in a stylized Arabic script, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Sultan himself in a more realistic style, wearing a European-style crown and mantle. This blending of artistic styles reflects the cultural and political influences of the Ottoman Empire during the reign of Abdülmecid I.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1255 (1853) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1255 (1854) | 320000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1855) | 410000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1856) | 340000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1857) | 201000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1858) | 103000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1859) | 513000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1860) | 624000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1255 (1861) | 317000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kurus - Abdülmecid I (Constantinople; large inscription) 1255 (1846-1861) coin.
