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50 Kurus - Mehmed V
1327 (1909-1914) years| Gold (.917) | 3.608 g | - |
| Issuer | Ottoman Empire |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mehmed V Reşâd (1909-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1327 (1909-1914) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Kurush (0.50) |
| Currency | Lira (1844-1923) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.608 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#62681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Arabic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Kurus - Mehmed V 1327 (1909-1914) coin from the Ottoman Empire is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the empire. The coin was introduced as part of a broader effort to modernize the Ottoman economy and align it with European standards. The use of gold in the coin's production was a deliberate choice to demonstrate the empire's wealth and power. Despite the coin's value, it was not widely used in everyday transactions due to its high value and the prevalence of smaller denomination coins in circulation. Today, the coin is a sought-after collector's item and a symbol of the Ottoman Empire's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1327 (1909) 1 | 6276 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1910) 2 | 89712 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1911) 3 | 75442 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1912) 4 | 96030 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1913) 5 | 40618 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1327 (1914) 6 | 26408 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Kurus - Mehmed V 1327 (1909-1914) coin.
