20 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876) front 20 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876) back
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20 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II

1293 (1876) year
Silver (.833) 27.57 g -
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Sultan
Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1293 (1876)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
20 Qirsh (0.20)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
27.57 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#232403
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mint name, regnal year and accession AH date ١٢٩٣

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
١
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٩٣

Translation:
1
Struck in Egypt
1293

Comment

The coins bear the accession date of 1293 plus the regnal year.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Qirsh - Abdul Hamid II 1293 (1876) coin from Egypt is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a stylized depiction of the Egyptian goddess Isis, who is shown seated on a throne and holding an ankh, which symbolizes life. This design was specifically chosen to commemorate the reign of Sultan Abdul Hamid II, who ruled Egypt from 1876 to 1901. The use of Isis on the coin's reverse was a nod to the country's rich cultural heritage and history, and it adds to the coin's unique character and appeal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1293 (1876)  2 - - - - - -

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