5 Qirsh - Abdulaziz 1277 (1861-1869) front 5 Qirsh - Abdulaziz 1277 (1861-1869) back
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5 Qirsh - Abdulaziz

1277 (1861-1869) years
Silver (.833) 6.8 g 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Egypt
Sultan
Abdülaziz (1867-1876)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1277 (1861-1869)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
5 Qirsh (0.05)
Currency
Pound (1834-1916)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
6.8 g
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#15230
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Legend

Script: Arabic

Comment

All reverses have the date letters ١٢٧٧

Weight varies between 6.6 and 7 grams

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Qirsh - Abdulaziz 1277 (1861-1869) coin from Egypt is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Abdulaziz, who was the Khedive of Egypt from 1861 until his death in 1869. During his rule, Egypt underwent significant modernization and reform efforts, including the construction of the Suez Canal and the expansion of railroads and telegraph lines. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 6.8 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece of Egyptian history.