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80 Para - Selim III
1203 (1789) year| Silver | 24.35 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Regency of Tripoli (Libya) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Selim III (1789-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1203 (1789) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 80 Para (2) |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 24.35 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#116002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Mint and date
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
١٦
ضرب في
طرابلس
غرب
١٢٠٣
Translation:
16
Struck in Tripoli West
1203
Comment
Listed incorrectly in Krause as 50 Para instead of 80 ParaWeight varies: 23.80-24.35 g
Diameter varies: 42-44 mm
Rare issue; only few examples reported for 1203//16; while the other dates are almost impossible to find. Only 2 pieces reported for year1203//18 with 1 of the 2 pieces sold for £8,500; and only 1 piece reported for year 1203//19
Year 1203//17:
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Year 1203//18:
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Year 1203//19:
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According to Professor Kaan, during world war 1 the Ottoman Empire melted nearly all 80 and 100 para coins; which explains the rarity of this coin, specially the later years which are reported to be very rare
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 80 Para - Selim III 1203 (1789) coin from Regency of Tripoli (Libya) is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material for coinage at the time. The use of silver in coins was a common practice in many parts of the world, including the Ottoman Empire, of which Tripoli was a part. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was intended for widespread use and circulation, and that it was a significant denomination in the local currency. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 24.35 grams suggests that it was a substantial coin, with a high metal content.
