5 Para - Selim III French Occupation
1203 (1789) year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim III (1789-1798, 1801-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1203 (1789) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Para (⅛) |
| Currency | Piastre (1688-1834) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#245572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Regnal year. Arabic lettering. Year.
Lettering:
١٣
١٢٠٣
Translation:
13
Struck in Egypt
1203
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Para coin from the Eyalet of Egypt, minted during the French Occupation in 1789, is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, typically copper, silver, and sometimes gold. The use of Billon in coinage was common in the Ottoman Empire during this time period, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower intrinsic value than coins made of pure metals, while still maintaining their durability and resistance to wear and tear. The fact that this coin was made of Billon highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the Ottoman Empire's minting practices during this time.
