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20 Para - Mustafa III
| Billon (.465 silver) | 9.8 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mustafa III (1757-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1175-1187 (1762-1774) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 20 Para (½) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon (.465 silver) |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#162880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
84 BiDuriba
Fi Islambol
1171 :
Script: Arabic
Translation:
[11]84 [AH]
Struck in Islambol.
[Accession in] 1171 [AH]
Comment
KM 313.1 without rossete right of toughraKM 313.2 without rossete right of toughra
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Para coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was issued during the reign of Mustafa III, who was known for his efforts to modernize the empire and promote cultural and artistic development. The coin's design reflects this focus on modernization, with its use of a standardized weight and composition, and its depiction of a bold and confident Ottoman Empire. Additionally, the use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice in the Ottoman Empire during this time period, and the 20 Para coin is a prime example of this.
