20 Para - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876-1879) front 20 Para - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876-1879) back
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20 Para - Abdul Hamid II

1293 (1876-1879) years
Silver (.833) 0.55 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Sultan
Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1293 (1876-1879)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
20 Para (0.005)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
0.55 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#62802
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
٣
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٩٣

Translation:
3
Struck in Egypt
1293

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 20 Para - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876-1879) 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 Abdul Hamid II, who was the 34th Sultan of Egypt and ruled from 1876 to 1879. During his reign, Egypt faced numerous challenges, including the country's growing national debt and the increasing influence of European powers. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of Egyptian history and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage.