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250 Kuruş - Mehmed VI Constantinople

1336 (1919-1920) years
Gold (.917) 17.54 g -
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Mehmed VI Vahideddin (1918-1922)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1336 (1919-1920)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
250 Kurush (2.5)
Currency
Lira (1844-1923)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
17.54 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#35095
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stacked legend surrounded by wreath.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٣۳٦

Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1336

Comment

These coins are refered to as "Monnaie de Luxe" and were intended for presentation and jewelry purposes.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 250 Kuruş - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1919-1920) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Ottoman Empire. The coin was issued in 1919-1920, just after the end of World War I, which had weakened the empire's economy and led to the eventual collapse of the Ottoman Empire. Despite this, the coin still features the traditional Islamic designs and calligraphy that were characteristic of Ottoman coins, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1336 (1919) ٢ 5995 - - - - - -
1336 (1920) ٣ 12739 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Kuruş - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1919-1920) coin.