© V.L. Nummus
© V.L. Nummus
5 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I
1255 (1839) year| Silver (.833) | 6.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Eyalet of Egypt (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1255 (1839) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Qirsh (0.05) |
| Currency | Pound (1834-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#231874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Mint name, regnal year and accession AH date ١٢٥٥
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١
ضرب في
مصر
١٢٥٥
Translation:
1
Struck in Egypt
1255
Comment
The coins bear the accession date of 1255 plus the regnal year.The weight given is the average of the range reported in SCWC, 6.8-7.0 g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Qirsh - Abdulmecid I 1255 (1839) coin from Eyalet of Egypt is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and European influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Abdulmecid I" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the Egyptian flag and the year 1255 (1839) in Arabic numerals. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and historical context of Egypt during the 19th century, when the country was under Ottoman rule but also experiencing increasing European influence.
