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40 Para - Mehmed V "el-Ghazi" right of Toughra
1327 (1916-1917) years| Copper-nickel | 6 g | 23.90 mm |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mehmed V Reşâd (1909-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1327 (1916-1917) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 40 Para (0.01) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 23.90 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#7864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
1327 is the date of Mehmed V's accession to the throne in the Muslim calendar.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
دولة عثمانية
ضرب في ☆ - ☆ قسطنطينية
٤٠
پاره
١٣٢٧
Translation:
Ottoman State
Struck in Constantinople
40 Para
1327
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Para coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was issued during the reign of Mehmed V, who was also known as "el-Ghazi" or "the Conqueror." This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that featured the Tughra, or the Sultan's signature, on the obverse side. The Tughra was a unique symbol of the Sultan's authority and was only used on coins issued during his reign. This coin, in particular, was issued in 1327 (1916-1917) and was made of copper-nickel, weighing 6 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1327 (1916) ٨ | 16339000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1917) ٩ | 3034000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Para - Mehmed V ("el-Ghazi" right of Toughra) 1327 (1916-1917) coin.
