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25 Kurus - Abdülhamid II Constantinople
1293 (1876-1881) years| Gold (.917) | 1.80 g | - |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1293 (1876-1881) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Kurush (0.25) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 1.80 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#143153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Stacked legend within wreath.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٢٩٣
Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1293
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Abdülhamid II, who was the last Ottoman Sultan to have any real power. He ruled from 1876 to 1909 and was known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire. The coin's design reflects this modernization, with its use of a standardized design and the inclusion of the Sultan's name in Latin script. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during this time period, and its gold content makes it particularly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1293 (1877) 2 | 3600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1293 (1878) 3 | 5400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1293 (1879) 4 | 3600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1293 (1881) 6 | 9340 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Kurus - Abdülhamid II (Constantinople) 1293 (1876-1881) coin.
