5 Kurus - Mehmed V ("el-Ghazi" right of Toughra) 1327 (1909-1916) front 5 Kurus - Mehmed V ("el-Ghazi" right of Toughra) 1327 (1909-1916) back
5 Kurus - Mehmed V ("el-Ghazi" right of Toughra) 1327 (1909-1916) photo
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5 Kurus - Mehmed V "el-Ghazi" right of Toughra

1327 (1909-1916) years
Silver (.830) 6.013 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Mehmed V Reşâd (1909-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1327 (1909-1916)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Kurush (0.05)
Currency
Lira (1844-1923)
Composition
Silver (.830)
Weight
6.013 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15393
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Stacked legend within wreath.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٣٢٧

Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in Constantinople
1327

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Kurus coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it features an image of Mehmed V, also known as "el-Ghazi," which means "the conqueror" in Arabic. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1909 to 1916. The coin's design includes the Sultan's name and title in Ottoman Turkish, as well as the date of minting in the Islamic calendar. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1327 (1909) ٩ 3938 - - - - - -
1327 (1916) ٨ 648000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kurus - Mehmed V ("el-Ghazi" right of Toughra) 1327 (1909-1916) coin.