500 Kurus - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1918) front 500 Kurus - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1918) back
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500 Kurus - Mehmed VI Constantinople

1336 (1918) year
Gold (.917) 35.08 g -
Description
Issuer
Ottoman Empire
Sultan
Mehmed VI Vahideddin (1918-1922)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1336 (1918)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
500 Kurush
Currency
Lira (1844-1923)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
35.08 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#143203
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Stacked legend surrounded by chain with stars.

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
عز نصره
ضرب في
قسطنطينية
١٣٣٦

Translation:
May he be victorious
Struck in
Constantinople
1336

Comment

These coins are refered to as "Monnaie de Luxe" and were intended for presentation and jewelry purposes.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Kurus - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1918) coin is that it was minted during the final years of the Ottoman Empire, which was one of the most powerful and influential empires in history. The coin's design reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire, featuring an image of Mehmed VI, the last Sultan of the empire, on one side and an intricate pattern on the other. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1336 (1918) 3 5207 - - - - - -
1336 (1918) 4 88 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Kurus - Mehmed VI (Constantinople) 1336 (1918) coin.